Leviticus 14:18
New International Version
The rest of the oil in his palm the priest shall put on the head of the one to be cleansed and make atonement for them before the LORD.

New Living Translation
The priest will apply the oil remaining in his hand to the head of the person being purified. Through this process, the priest will purify the person before the LORD.

English Standard Version
And the rest of the oil that is in the priest’s hand he shall put on the head of him who is to be cleansed. Then the priest shall make atonement for him before the LORD.

Berean Standard Bible
The rest of the oil in his palm, the priest is to put on the head of the one to be cleansed, to make atonement for him before the LORD.

King James Bible
And the remnant of the oil that is in the priest's hand he shall pour upon the head of him that is to be cleansed: and the priest shall make an atonement for him before the LORD.

New King James Version
The rest of the oil that is in the priest’s hand he shall put on the head of him who is to be cleansed. So the priest shall make atonement for him before the LORD.

New American Standard Bible
as for the rest of the oil that is in the priest’s palm, he shall put it on the head of the one to be cleansed. So the priest shall make atonement on his behalf before the LORD.

NASB 1995
while the rest of the oil that is in the priest’s palm, he shall put on the head of the one to be cleansed. So the priest shall make atonement on his behalf before the LORD.

NASB 1977
while the rest of the oil that is in the priest’s palm, he shall put on the head of the one to be cleansed. So the priest shall make atonement on his behalf before the LORD.

Legacy Standard Bible
but the rest of the oil that is in the priest’s palm, he shall put on the head of the one to be cleansed. So the priest shall make atonement on his behalf before Yahweh.

Amplified Bible
The remaining oil that is in the priest’s palm shall be put on the head of the one to be cleansed. The priest shall make atonement for him before the LORD.

Christian Standard Bible
What is left of the oil in the priest’s palm he is to put on the head of the one to be cleansed. In this way the priest will make atonement for him before the LORD.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
What is left of the oil in the priest’s palm he is to put on the head of the one to be cleansed. In this way the priest will make atonement for him before the LORD.

American Standard Version
and the rest of the oil that is in the priest's hand he shall put upon the head of him that is to be cleansed: and the priest shall make atonement for him before Jehovah.

English Revised Version
and the rest of the oil that is in the priest's hand he shall put upon the head of him that is to be cleansed: and the priest shall make atonement for him before the LORD.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The priest will put the rest of the oil in his hand on the head of the one to be cleansed. So he will make peace with the LORD for that person in the LORD's presence.

Good News Translation
He shall put the rest of the oil that is in the palm of his hand on your head. In this way he shall perform the ritual of purification.

International Standard Version
Then he is to place the rest of the oil in his palm on the head of the person to be cleansed, thus making atonement for him in the LORD's presence.

Majority Standard Bible
The rest of the oil in his palm, the priest is to put on the head of the one to be cleansed, to make atonement for him before the LORD.

NET Bible
and the remainder of the olive oil that is in his hand the priest is to put on the head of the one being cleansed. So the priest is to make atonement for him before the LORD.

New Heart English Bible
The rest of the oil that is in the priest's hand he shall put on the head of him who is to be cleansed, and the priest shall make atonement for him before the LORD.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the remnant of the oil that is in the priest's hand he shall pour upon the head of him that is to be cleansed: and the priest shall make an atonement for him before the LORD.

World English Bible
The rest of the oil that is in the priest’s hand he shall put on the head of him who is to be cleansed, and the priest shall make atonement for him before Yahweh.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and the remnant of the oil which [is] on the palm of the priest, he puts [it] on the head of him who is to be cleansed, and the priest has made atonement for him before YHWH.

Young's Literal Translation
and the remnant of the oil which is on the palm of the priest, he putteth on the head of him who is to be cleansed, and the priest hath made atonement for him before Jehovah.

Smith's Literal Translation
And that remaining of the oil which was upon the priest's hand, he will give upon the head of him being cleansed, and the priest expiated for him before Jehovah.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And upon his head.

Catholic Public Domain Version
and upon his head.

New American Bible
The rest of the oil in his hand the priest shall put on the head of the one being purified. Thus shall the priest make atonement for the individual before the LORD.

New Revised Standard Version
The rest of the oil that is in the priest’s hand he shall put on the head of the one to be cleansed. Then the priest shall make atonement on his behalf before the LORD:
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the rest of the oil that is in the priest's hand he shall pour upon the head of him who is to be cleansed; and the priest shall make an atonement for him before the LORD.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And anything that is left of the oil in the hand of the Priest he shall put on the head of him who is cleansed and the Priest shall atone for him before LORD JEHOVAH.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And the rest of the oil that is in the priest's hand he shall put upon the head of him that is to be cleansed; and the priest shall make atonement for him before the LORD.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the remaining oil that is on the hand of the priest, the priest shall put on the head of the cleansed leper, and the priest shall make atonement for him before the Lord.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Cleansing from Skin Diseases
17And the priest is to put some of the oil remaining in his palm on the right earlobe of the one to be cleansed, on the thumb of his right hand, and on the big toe of his right foot, on top of the blood of the guilt offering. 18The rest of the oil in his palm, the priest is to put on the head of the one to be cleansed, to make atonement for him before the LORD. 19Then the priest is to sacrifice the sin offering and make atonement for the one to be cleansed from his uncleanness. After that, the priest shall slaughter the burnt offering…

Cross References
Leviticus 8:12
He also poured some of the anointing oil on Aaron’s head and anointed him to consecrate him.

Leviticus 7:36
On the day they were anointed, the LORD commanded that this be given them by the sons of Israel. It is a permanent portion for the generations to come.

Exodus 29:7
Then take the anointing oil and anoint him by pouring it on his head.

Exodus 30:30
Anoint Aaron and his sons and consecrate them to serve Me as priests.

Leviticus 10:7
You shall not go outside the entrance to the Tent of Meeting, or you will die, for the LORD’s anointing oil is on you.” So they did as Moses instructed.

Leviticus 21:10-12
The priest who is highest among his brothers, who has had the anointing oil poured on his head and has been ordained to wear the priestly garments, must not let his hair hang loose or tear his garments. / He must not go near any dead body; he must not defile himself, even for his father or mother. / He must not leave or desecrate the sanctuary of his God, for the consecration of the anointing oil of his God is on him. I am the LORD.

Numbers 6:24-26
‘May the LORD bless you and keep you; / may the LORD cause His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; / may the LORD lift up His countenance toward you and give you peace.’

Numbers 18:8
Then the LORD said to Aaron, “Behold, I have put you in charge of My offerings. As for all the sacred offerings of the Israelites, I have given them to you and your sons as a portion and a permanent statute.

1 Samuel 16:13
So Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and the Spirit of the LORD rushed upon David from that day forward. Then Samuel set out and went to Ramah.

Psalm 133:2
It is like fine oil on the head, running down on the beard, running down Aaron’s beard over the collar of his robes.

Isaiah 61:1
The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners,

Ezekiel 16:9
Then I bathed you with water, rinsed off your blood, and anointed you with oil.

Matthew 26:7-12
a woman came to Him with an alabaster jar of expensive perfume, which she poured on His head as He reclined at the table. / When the disciples saw this, they were indignant and asked, “Why this waste? / This perfume could have been sold at a high price, and the money given to the poor.” ...

Mark 14:3-9
While Jesus was in Bethany reclining at the table in the home of Simon the Leper, a woman came with an alabaster jar of expensive perfume, made of pure nard. She broke open the jar and poured it on Jesus’ head. / Some of those present, however, expressed their indignation to one another: “Why this waste of perfume? / It could have been sold for over three hundred denarii and the money given to the poor.” And they scolded her. ...

Luke 4:18
“The Spirit of the Lord is on Me, because He has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to release the oppressed,


Treasury of Scripture

And the remnant of the oil that is in the priest's hand he shall pour on the head of him that is to be cleansed: and the priest shall make an atonement for him before the LORD.

the remnant

Leviticus 8:12
And he poured of the anointing oil upon Aaron's head, and anointed him, to sanctify him.

Exodus 29:7
Then shalt thou take the anointing oil, and pour it upon his head, and anoint him.

2 Corinthians 1:21,22
Now he which stablisheth us with you in Christ, and hath anointed us, is God; …

make an atonement

Leviticus 4:26,31
And he shall burn all his fat upon the altar, as the fat of the sacrifice of peace offerings: and the priest shall make an atonement for him as concerning his sin, and it shall be forgiven him…

Leviticus 5:16
And he shall make amends for the harm that he hath done in the holy thing, and shall add the fifth part thereto, and give it unto the priest: and the priest shall make an atonement for him with the ram of the trespass offering, and it shall be forgiven him.

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Leviticus 14
1. The rites and sacrifices in cleansing the leper
33. The signs of leprosy in a house
48. The cleansing of that house














The rest of the oil in his palm
In the ancient Israelite sacrificial system, oil was a symbol of consecration and the Holy Spirit. The priest's use of oil signifies the setting apart of the individual for God's purposes. The oil remaining in the priest's palm after the initial application to the ear, thumb, and toe of the cleansed person indicates a surplus of God's provision and blessing.

the priest is to put on the head of the one to be cleansed
The anointing of the head with oil is a significant act, symbolizing the complete purification and sanctification of the individual. In biblical times, anointing the head was often associated with kingship and priesthood, suggesting a restoration to a state of honor and dignity. This act foreshadows the anointing of Jesus Christ, the ultimate High Priest, who cleanses believers from sin.

to make atonement for him
Atonement is a central theme in Leviticus, emphasizing reconciliation between God and humanity. The Hebrew word for atonement, "kaphar," means to cover or to make reconciliation. This act of atonement signifies the removal of impurity and the restoration of the individual to a right relationship with God. It prefigures the atoning work of Christ, who provides the ultimate covering for sin through His sacrifice.

before the LORD
The phrase "before the LORD" underscores the presence and authority of God in the ritual. It indicates that the cleansing and atonement are not merely ceremonial but are performed in the sight of God, who is the ultimate judge and redeemer. This reflects the biblical principle that all acts of worship and purification are to be conducted with reverence and accountability to God.

Persons / Places / Events
1. The Priest
A mediator between God and the people, responsible for performing the cleansing rituals and making atonement.

2. The One to be Cleansed
An individual who has been afflicted with a skin disease (often translated as leprosy) and is undergoing the purification process.

3. The LORD
The covenant God of Israel, who provides the means for atonement and restoration.

4. The Oil
Symbolic of the Holy Spirit and anointing, used in the ritual to signify purification and consecration.

5. The Tabernacle
The place where the rituals are performed, representing God's presence among His people.
Teaching Points
The Role of the Priest
The priest acts as a mediator, pointing to Christ as our ultimate High Priest who intercedes for us.

Symbolism of Oil
Oil represents the Holy Spirit's work in cleansing, healing, and consecrating believers for God's service.

Atonement and Restoration
The ritual underscores the need for atonement and the restoration of fellowship with God, fulfilled in Christ.

Holiness and Purity
The cleansing process highlights God's call for His people to be holy and pure, set apart for His purposes.

Community and Worship
The restoration of the cleansed individual to the community and worship life of Israel reflects the importance of communal faith and worship.(18) He shall pour upon the head.--That which remains of the oil in the hollow of the priest's hand after some of it had been sprinkled seven times before the Lord, and after some had been put on the several organs of the leper's body, the priest is to put, not "pour," upon the convalescent's head--the quantity left in the hand not being sufficient to pour--whilst the bulk of the log from which the hollow handful has been taken was the perquisite of the officiating priests, and, like the flesh of the sacrifices, had to be consumed within the sacred precincts.

And the priest shall make an atonement.--According to the canons which obtained during the second Temple, it was the act of putting the oil on the several organs, but more especially on the head, which effected the atonement of the restored leper. Failing to do this, even if the prescribed sacrifices had been offered, no expiation was made. The atonement was made for the sins which brought leprosy upon the sinner.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
The rest
וְהַנּוֹתָ֗ר (wə·han·nō·w·ṯār)
Conjunctive waw, Article | Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 3498: To jut over, exceed, to excel, to remain, be left, to leave, cause to abound, preserve

of the oil
בַּשֶּׁ֙מֶן֙ (baš·še·men)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 8081: Grease, liquid, richness

in his
עַל־ (‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

palm,
כַּ֣ף (kap̄)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 3709: Hollow or flat of the hand, palm, sole (of the foot), a pan

the priest
הַכֹּהֵ֔ן (hak·kō·hên)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3548: Priest

is to put
יִתֵּ֖ן (yit·tên)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5414: To give, put, set

on
עַל־ (‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

the head
רֹ֣אשׁ (rōš)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 7218: The head

of the one to be cleansed,
הַמִּטַּהֵ֑ר (ham·miṭ·ṭa·hêr)
Article | Verb - Hitpael - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 2891: To be clean or pure

to make atonement
וְכִפֶּ֥ר (wə·ḵip·per)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3722: To cover, to expiate, condone, to placate, cancel

for him
עָלָ֛יו (‘ā·lāw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

before
לִפְנֵ֥י (lip̄·nê)
Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct
Strong's 6440: The face

the LORD.
יְהוָֽה׃ (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel


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