It shall be prepared with oil on a griddle; you are to bring it well-kneaded and present it as a grain offering broken in pieces, a pleasing aroma to the LORD. It shall be prepared with oil on a griddle;The use of oil in offerings symbolizes the presence and anointing of the Holy Spirit. Oil was a valuable commodity in ancient Israel, often used for anointing kings and priests, signifying consecration and sanctification. The griddle, a flat cooking surface, indicates a method of preparation that was common in ancient Near Eastern cultures, emphasizing the practical and communal aspects of worship. This method of cooking also ensured that the offering was thoroughly cooked, symbolizing completeness and purity. you are to bring it well-kneaded
The instruction to knead the grain offering well signifies thorough preparation and dedication. Kneading involves effort and care, reflecting the worshiper's devotion and sincerity. This process also ensures that the ingredients are fully integrated, symbolizing unity and harmony in the offering. The act of kneading can be seen as a metaphor for spiritual preparation, where believers are called to be diligent and wholehearted in their service to God. and present it as a grain offering broken in pieces,
Breaking the offering into pieces represents humility and submission before God. It signifies the breaking of one's own will and the acknowledgment of God's sovereignty. This act can also be seen as a type of Christ, whose body was broken for humanity's redemption. The grain offering, as a whole, points to the sustenance and provision of God, and breaking it into pieces highlights the distribution of God's blessings to His people. a pleasing aroma to the LORD.
The phrase "a pleasing aroma" is a recurring theme in the sacrificial system, indicating God's acceptance and satisfaction with the offering. It reflects the idea that true worship, when done in obedience and sincerity, is delightful to God. This concept is echoed in the New Testament, where believers are called to be living sacrifices, offering themselves in a manner that is pleasing to God (Romans 12:1). The pleasing aroma also foreshadows the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ, whose offering of Himself was a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God (Ephesians 5:2). Persons / Places / Events 1. Moses- The prophet and leader of the Israelites who received the laws from God, including the instructions for offerings. 2. Aaron and His Sons- The priests who were responsible for carrying out the offerings and sacrifices as prescribed in the law. 3. The Tabernacle- The portable dwelling place for the divine presence, where offerings and sacrifices were made. 4. Grain Offering- A type of offering made to God, often symbolizing dedication and thanksgiving. 5. The LORD- The covenant name of God, to whom the offerings are made as a sign of worship and obedience. Teaching Points The Importance of ObedienceThe detailed instructions for the grain offering highlight the importance of following God's commands precisely. This teaches us the value of obedience in our spiritual lives. Symbolism of Oil and BreadOil often symbolizes the Holy Spirit, and bread can represent sustenance and life. In our lives, we should seek the guidance of the Holy Spirit and rely on God for our daily needs. Aroma Pleasing to the LORDThe offering being a pleasing aroma signifies that our acts of worship and service, when done with the right heart, are delightful to God. We should strive to live lives that are pleasing to Him. Community and WorshipThe communal aspect of offerings in the Old Testament reflects the importance of community in worship. We are encouraged to gather and worship together, supporting one another in faith. Christ as the FulfillmentThe grain offering points forward to Christ, who is the ultimate offering. Our faith in Him fulfills the law's requirements, and we are called to live in His grace. Bible Study Questions 1. How does the preparation of the grain offering in Leviticus 6:21 reflect the importance of intentionality in our worship today? 2. In what ways can we ensure that our lives are a "pleasing aroma" to the LORD, as described in Leviticus 6:21? 3. How does the symbolism of oil in the grain offering relate to the role of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer? 4. What are some practical ways we can incorporate the principles of community and shared worship from the Old Testament offerings into our church life today? 5. How does understanding the grain offering enhance our appreciation of Christ's sacrifice and our response to His grace? Connections to Other Scriptures Exodus 29:2- This verse describes the use of unleavened bread and cakes mixed with oil, similar to the preparation of the grain offering in Leviticus 6:21. Leviticus 2:1-16- Provides detailed instructions on the grain offering, emphasizing the use of fine flour and oil, and the offering's role as a pleasing aroma to the LORD. Hebrews 13:15-16- Connects the concept of offerings to the New Testament, where believers are encouraged to offer sacrifices of praise and good deeds. People Aaron, Ephah, MosesPlaces TemanTopics Aroma, Baked, Baken, Baking-pan, Bring, Broken, Cereal, Cooked, Flat, Fragrance, Fried, Girdel, Grain, Griddle, Meal, Meal-offering, Meat, Meat-offering, Mixed, Oblation, Odor, Odour, Offer, Offering, Oil, Pan, Pieces, Plate, Pleasant, Pleasing, Prepared, Present, Saturated, Savor, Savour, Smell, Soaked, Soothing, Stirred, Sweet, Well-mixedDictionary of Bible Themes Leviticus 6:21 5183 smell
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7422 ritual Leviticus 6:14-29 4476 meals Leviticus 6:19-23 7368 grain offering Leviticus 6:20-21 4488 oil Library Meditations against Despair, or Doubting of God's Mercy.
It is found by continual experience, that near the time of death, when the children of God are weakest, then Satan makes the greatest nourish of his strength, and assails them with his strongest temptations. For he knows that either he must now or never prevail; for if their souls once go to heaven, he shall never vex nor trouble them any more. And therefore he will now bestir himself as much as he can, and labour to set before their eyes all the gross sins which ever they committed, and the judgments …
Lewis Bayly—The Practice of PietyThe Cleansing of the Temple - the Sign,' which is not a Sign.
It has been said that Mary understood, and yet did not understand Jesus. And of this there seems fresh evidence in the circumstance that, immediately after the marriage of Cana, she and the brethren of Jesus' went with Him, or followed Him, to Capernaum, which henceforth became His own city,' [1774] during His stay by the Lake of Galilee. The question, whether He had first returned to Nazareth, seems almost trifling. It may have been so, and it may be that His brothers had joined Him there, while …
Alfred Edersheim—The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah Influences that Gave Rise to the Priestly Laws and Histories
[Sidenote: Influences in the exile that produced written ceremonial laws] The Babylonian exile gave a great opportunity and incentive to the further development of written law. While the temple stood, the ceremonial rites and customs received constant illustration, and were transmitted directly from father to son in the priestly families. Hence, there was little need of writing them down. But when most of the priests were carried captive to Babylonia, as in 597 B.C., and ten years later the temple …
Charles Foster Kent—The Origin & Permanent Value of the Old Testament Solomon's Temple Spiritualized
or, Gospel Light Fetched out of the Temple at Jerusalem, to Let us More Easily into the Glory of New Testament Truths. 'Thou son of man, shew the house to the house of Isreal;--shew them the form of the house, and the fashion thereof, and the goings out hereof, and the comings in thereof, and all the forms thereof, and all the ordinances thereof, and all the forms thereof, and all the laws thereof.'--Ezekiel 43:10, 11 London: Printed for, and sold by George Larkin, at the Two Swans without Bishopgate, …
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3 Destruction of Jerusalem Foretold.
^A Matt. XXIV. 1-28; ^B Mark XIII. 1-23; ^C Luke XXI. 5-24. ^a 1 And Jesus went out from the temple [leaving it to return no more], and was going on his way; and his disciples came to him ^b as he went forth ^a to show him the buildings of the temple. ^b one of his disciples saith unto him, Teacher, behold, what manner of stones and what manner of buildings! ^c 5 And as some spake of the temple, how it was adorned with goodly stones and offerings, he said [The strength and wealth of the temple roused …
J. W. McGarvey—The Four-Fold Gospel Obedience
Take heed, and hearken, O Israel; this day thou art become the people of the Lord thy God. Thou shalt therefore obey the voice of the Lord thy God, and do his commandments.' Deut 27: 9, 10. What is the duty which God requireth of man? Obedience to his revealed will. It is not enough to hear God's voice, but we must obey. Obedience is a part of the honour we owe to God. If then I be a Father, where is my honour?' Mal 1: 6. Obedience carries in it the life-blood of religion. Obey the voice of the Lord …
Thomas Watson—The Ten Commandments Peaceable Principles and True: Or, a Brief Answer to Mr. D'Anver's and Mr. Paul's Books against My Confession of Faith, and Differences in Judgment About Baptism no Bar to Communion.
WHEREIN THEIR SCRIPTURELESS NOTIONS ARE OVERTHROWN, AND MY PEACEABLE PRINCIPLES STILL MAINTAINED. 'Do ye indeed speak righteousness, O congregation? do ye judge uprightly, O ye sons of men?'--Psalm 58:1 SIR, I have received and considered your short reply to my differences in judgment about water baptism no bar to communion; and observe, that you touch not the argument at all: but rather labour what you can, and beyond what you ought, to throw odiums upon your brother for reproving you for your error, …
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3 Leviticus
The emphasis which modern criticism has very properly laid on the prophetic books and the prophetic element generally in the Old Testament, has had the effect of somewhat diverting popular attention from the priestly contributions to the literature and religion of Israel. From this neglect Leviticus has suffered most. Yet for many reasons it is worthy of close attention; it is the deliberate expression of the priestly mind of Israel at its best, and it thus forms a welcome foil to the unattractive …
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