Leviticus 9:19
Leviticus 9:19 in Multiple Translations
They also brought the fat portions from the ox and the ram—the fat tail, the fat covering the entrails, the kidneys, and the lobe of the liver—
And the fat of the bullock and of the ram, the rump, and that which covereth the inwards, and the kidneys, and the caul above the liver:
and the fat of the ox and of the ram, the fat tail, and that which covereth the inwards, and the kidneys, and the caul of the liver:
And as for the fat of the ox and the fat tail of the sheep and the fat covering the inside parts and the kidneys and the fat on the liver;
They also brought him the fat portions from the bull, and from the ram—the fat tail, the fat covering the insides, the kidneys, and the best part of the liver—
With the fat of the bullocke, and of the ram, the rumpe, and that which couereth the inwards and the kidneis, and the kall of the liuer.
and the fat of the bullock, and of the ram, the fat tail, and the covering [of the inwards], and the kidneys, and the redundance above the liver,
and the fat of the bull and of the ram, the fat tail, and that which covers the innards, and the kidneys, and the cover of the liver;
And the fat of the bullock, and of the ram, the rump, and that which covereth the inwards , and the kidneys, and the caul above the liver:
The fat also of the bullock, and the rump of the ram, and the two little kidneys, with their fat, and the caul of the liver,
But he took the fat from the ox and the ram, including their fat tails that were cut close to the backbone, and all the fat that covered the livers and the kidneys.
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Leviticus 9:19 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/אֶת
הַ/חֲלָבִ֖ים
מִן
הַ/שּׁ֑וֹר
וּ/מִן
הָ/אַ֔יִל
הָֽ/אַלְיָ֤ה
וְ/הַֽ/מְכַסֶּה֙
וְ/הַ/כְּלָיֹ֔ת
וְ/יֹתֶ֖רֶת
הַ/כָּבֵֽד
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
הַ/חֲלָבִ֖ים
cheleb
H2459
fat
Art | N-mp
מִן
min
H4480
from
Prep
הַ/שּׁ֑וֹר
shôwr
H7794
cattle
Art | N-ms
וּ/מִן
min
H4480
from
Conj | Prep
הָ/אַ֔יִל
ʼayil
H352
ram
Art | N-ms
הָֽ/אַלְיָ֤ה
ʼalyâh
H451
fat tail
Art | N-fs
וְ/הַֽ/מְכַסֶּה֙
mᵉkaççeh
H4374
covering
Conj | Art | N-ms
וְ/הַ/כְּלָיֹ֔ת
kilyâh
H3629
kidney
Conj | Art | N-fp
וְ/יֹתֶ֖רֶת
yôthereth
H3508
lobe
Conj | N-fs
הַ/כָּבֵֽד
kâbêd
H3516
liver
Art | N-fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 9:19
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
הַ/חֲלָבִ֖ים
cheleb
H2459
"fat"
Art | N-mp
In the Bible, cheleb refers to fat, whether literal or figurative, representing the richest or best part of something. It can describe the choicest products of the land or the best of human or animal fat. This term is used to convey abundance and richness.
Definition: 1) fat 1a) fat (of humans) 1b) fat (of beasts) 1c) choicest, best part, abundance (of products of the land)
Usage: Occurs in 69 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] best, fat(-ness), [idiom] finest, grease, marrow. See also: Genesis 4:4; Leviticus 9:24; Psalms 17:10.
מִן
min
H4480
"from"
Prep
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
הַ/שּׁ֑וֹר
shôwr
H7794
"cattle"
Art | N-ms
This word refers to cattle, like oxen or bulls, used for work, food, or sacrifices, as seen in Genesis and Leviticus.
Definition: 1) ox, bull, a head of cattle 1a) for plowing, for food, as sacrifice Aramaic equivalent: tor (תּוֹר "bullock" H8450)
Usage: Occurs in 69 OT verses. KJV: bull(-ock), cow, ox, wall (by mistake for H7791 (שׁוּר)). See also: Genesis 32:6; Deuteronomy 15:19; Psalms 69:32.
וּ/מִן
min
H4480
"from"
Conj | Prep
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
הָ/אַ֔יִל
ʼayil
H352
"ram"
Art | N-ms
A strong tree, like an oak or a ram, symbolizes strength and power, as seen in 1 Kings 7:2 where Solomon builds a house with strong pillars. It can also refer to a chief or leader, like in 1 Chronicles 12:14 where the leaders of the tribes are listed.
Definition: 1) ram 1a) ram (as food) 1b) ram (as sacrifice) 1c) ram (skin dyed red, for tabernacle)
Usage: Occurs in 171 OT verses. KJV: mighty (man), lintel, oak, post, ram, tree. See also: Genesis 15:9; Numbers 28:20; Psalms 66:15.
הָֽ/אַלְיָ֤ה
ʼalyâh
H451
"fat tail"
Art | N-fs
Alyah refers to the fat tail of an Oriental sheep, considered a delicacy in the East, translated as rump in the KJV.
Definition: tail, fat-tail (of sheep-an Eastern delicacy)
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: rump. See also: Exodus 29:22; Leviticus 7:3; Leviticus 9:19.
וְ/הַֽ/מְכַסֶּה֙
mᵉkaççeh
H4374
"covering"
Conj | Art | N-ms
This word describes a covering, like a garment, bed cover, or awning, and is also used to describe the omentum in the body. It appears in various books, including Exodus and Deuteronomy.
Definition: covering, that which covers
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: clothing, to cover, that which covereth. See also: Leviticus 9:19; Isaiah 23:18; Isaiah 14:11.
וְ/הַ/כְּלָיֹ֔ת
kilyâh
H3629
"kidney"
Conj | Art | N-fp
In the Bible, this word refers to the kidneys, which were considered essential organs, and also symbolized the mind and emotions. It appears in passages like Psalm 7:9 and Revelation 2:23. The kidneys were thought to be the seat of feelings and affections.
Definition: 1) kidneys 1a) of physical organ (lit.) 1b) of seat of emotion and affection (fig.) 1c) of sacrificial animals 2) (TWOT) reins
Usage: Occurs in 26 OT verses. KJV: kidneys, reins. See also: Exodus 29:13; Job 19:27; Psalms 7:10.
וְ/יֹתֶ֖רֶת
yôthereth
H3508
"lobe"
Conj | N-fs
The Hebrew word for the lobe or flap of the liver, specifically referring to the caudate lobe of a sacrificial animal's liver. It was an important part in ancient Jewish sacrifices, often translated as 'caul' in the KJV Bible.
Definition: appendage, overhang, protrusion, the caudate lobe of the liver of a sacrificial animal
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: caul. See also: Exodus 29:13; Leviticus 4:9; Leviticus 9:19.
הַ/כָּבֵֽד
kâbêd
H3516
"liver"
Art | N-fs
The Hebrew word for liver, it refers to the heaviest organ in the body, as seen in biblical descriptions of animal sacrifices. It is often translated as liver in the KJV. This term appears in Leviticus and other books discussing ritual practices.
Definition: 1) the liver 1a) the liver (as the heaviest organ)
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: liver. See also: Exodus 29:13; Leviticus 8:16; Proverbs 7:23.
Study Notes — Leviticus 9:19
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- Context
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- Leviticus 9:19 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 9:19
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 9:19
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 9:19
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 9:19
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 9:19
- Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 9:19
- Sermons on Leviticus 9:19
Context — Aaron’s First Offerings
17Next he presented the grain offering, took a handful of it, and burned it on the altar in addition to the morning’s burnt offering.
18Then he slaughtered the ox and the ram as the people’s peace offering. His sons brought him the blood, and he splattered it on all sides of the altar.
19They also brought the fat portions from the ox and the ram—the fat tail, the fat covering the entrails, the kidneys, and the lobe of the liver—
20and placed these on the breasts. Aaron burned the fat portions on the altar, 21but he waved the breasts and the right thigh as a wave offering before the LORD, as Moses had commanded.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Leviticus 3:16 | Then the priest is to burn the food on the altar as an offering made by fire, a pleasing aroma. All the fat is the LORD’s. |
| 2 | Leviticus 9:10 | On the altar he burned the fat, the kidneys, and the lobe of the liver from the sin offering, as the LORD had commanded Moses. |
| 3 | Leviticus 3:9 | And from the peace offering he shall bring an offering made by fire to the LORD consisting of its fat: the entire fat tail cut off close to the backbone, the fat that covers the entrails, all the fat that is on them, |
| 4 | Leviticus 3:5 | Then Aaron’s sons are to burn it on the altar atop the burnt offering that is on the burning wood, as an offering made by fire, a pleasing aroma to the LORD. |
Leviticus 9:19 Summary
This verse is talking about the special parts of the animals that were used in the offering to God. The fat portions, like the fat tail and kidneys, were considered the best parts and were burned on the altar as a symbol of worship. This teaches us that we should give our best to God, just like the Israelites did with their offerings (as seen in Leviticus 3:16). It's like giving God the first and best of our time, money, and talents, as mentioned in Proverbs 3:9-10, and trusting that He will provide for us and bless us in return.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the fat portions in Leviticus 9:19?
The fat portions, including the fat tail, kidneys, and lobe of the liver, were considered the best parts of the animal and were reserved for God, symbolizing the best of our lives being dedicated to Him, as seen in Leviticus 3:16 and Deuteronomy 33:13.
Why were the fat portions burned on the altar?
The burning of the fat portions on the altar was a symbol of worship and dedication to God, as it represented the offering of the best parts of the animal to Him, similar to the concept of giving our firstfruits to God in Proverbs 3:9-10 and Malachi 3:10.
What can we learn from the specific parts of the animal mentioned in Leviticus 9:19?
The specific parts mentioned, such as the kidneys and liver, were considered vital organs, and their inclusion in the offering may symbolize the surrender of our innermost being to God, as seen in Psalm 7:9 and Jeremiah 11:20.
How does this verse relate to New Testament teachings?
The concept of offering our best to God, as seen in Leviticus 9:19, is echoed in New Testament teachings, such as Romans 12:1, where we are called to offer our bodies as living sacrifices to God, and 2 Corinthians 9:7, where we are encouraged to give cheerfully and generously to Him.
Reflection Questions
- What are the 'best parts' of my life that I can dedicate to God, and how can I offer them to Him in a way that is pleasing to Him?
- In what ways can I symbolically 'burn' my own desires and impulses on the altar of worship, surrendering them to God's will?
- How can I apply the principle of giving my firstfruits to God in my daily life, whether in my finances, time, or talents?
- What does it mean for me to surrender my 'innermost being' to God, and how can I practically live out this surrender in my thoughts, emotions, and actions?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 9:19
And the fat of the bullock, and of the ram,.... Which in all offerings was the Lord's, and was burnt, see Leviticus 3:16 the rump; or tail of the ram; which in those countries was very large, and had
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 9:19
And he brought the meat offering, and took an handful thereof, and burnt it upon the altar, beside the burnt sacrifice of the morning. Meat offering ... wave offering.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 9:19
That which covereth; the fat which covereth the inwards, or the guts; which words are here understood, as appears by comparing this place with ,9 4:8 7:3, where they are expressed.
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 9:19
(18-21) He slew also the bullock.—Better, and he slew, &c. With this peace offering, which was carried out according to the rules prescribed in Leviticus 3:1, &c, concluded the sacrificial ceremony of the installation of the priesthood and the sanctification of the people.
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 9:19
18–21. The sacrifice of Peace-Offerings. The fat parts of both animals are burnt by Aaron on the altar; the breasts and the right thigh (?of both animals) are ‘waved before the Lord.’ The right thigh was burnt in the ceremony of consecration (Leviticus 8:28); now Aaron, officiating as priest, retains both breast and thigh for himself.
Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 9:19
19. Rump — See Leviticus 3:9, note.
Sermons on Leviticus 9:19
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Honey - Water - Oil and Rocks by Walter Wilson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of water as a universal element found in all living things. He refers to Ezekiel 47, where water flows from under the thresho |
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"He Being Dead Yet Speaketh" by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the necessity of deep intimacy with God as the foundation of faith that pleases Him, drawing from the example of Abel in Hebrews 11. He explains that tru |
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(Exodus) Exodus 34:10-26 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker discusses God's covenant with Moses for the children of Israel. God promises to do marvelous works that have never been seen before, to protect the Isra |