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The Daily Sacrifice, also known as the "continual burnt offering," was a central element of Israelite worship, instituted by God at Mount Sinai. This sacrificial practice was a perpetual reminder of the Israelites' covenant relationship with God and their need for atonement and communion with Him.

Biblical Foundation

The command for the Daily Sacrifice is found in the Book of Exodus, where God provides Moses with detailed instructions for the construction of the Tabernacle and the establishment of its services. In Exodus 29:38-42 , God commands:

"Now this is what you are to offer regularly on the altar: two lambs a year old, each day, continually. Offer one lamb in the morning and the other at twilight. With the first lamb, offer a tenth of an ephah of fine flour mixed with a quarter hin of oil from pressed olives, and a drink offering of a quarter hin of wine. You are to offer the second lamb at twilight with the same grain offering and drink offering as in the morning. It is a pleasing aroma, an offering made by fire to the LORD. For the generations to come, this burnt offering is to be made regularly at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting before the LORD. There I will meet you and speak with you."

Purpose and Significance

The Daily Sacrifice served multiple purposes within the religious life of Israel:

1. Atonement and Reconciliation: The continual offering of sacrifices underscored the need for atonement for sin. The shedding of blood was a vivid reminder of the cost of sin and the necessity of reconciliation with a holy God.

2. Covenant Relationship: By instituting a daily ritual, God emphasized the ongoing nature of His covenant with Israel. The sacrifices were a daily renewal of the people's commitment to God and His laws.

3. Divine Presence: The sacrifices were offered at the entrance of the Tent of Meeting, where God promised to meet and speak with His people. This highlighted the importance of maintaining a pure and holy space for God's presence among them.

4. Symbolism of Christ: From a Christian perspective, the Daily Sacrifice prefigures the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Hebrews 10:11-12 reflects on this, stating, "Day after day every priest stands to minister and to offer again and again the same sacrifices, which can never take away sins. But when this priest had offered for all time one sacrifice for sins, He sat down at the right hand of God."

Ritual Practice

The Daily Sacrifice involved the offering of two lambs each day, one in the morning and one at twilight. Accompanying these offerings were grain and drink offerings, which added to the sacrificial aroma pleasing to the Lord. The priests, descendants of Aaron, were responsible for performing these rituals with precision and reverence, ensuring that the sacrificial system functioned as ordained.

Historical Context

The institution of the Daily Sacrifice at Mount Sinai occurred during a formative period in Israel's history. Having been delivered from Egypt, the Israelites were being shaped into a nation set apart for God. The sacrificial system, including the Daily Sacrifice, was integral to their identity and worship.

Theological Implications

The Daily Sacrifice underscores the seriousness of sin and the necessity of atonement. It also points to the faithfulness of God in providing a means for His people to maintain fellowship with Him. The regularity of the sacrifice served as a constant reminder of God's presence and the need for holiness in the lives of His people.

In summary, the Daily Sacrifice ordained at Mount Sinai was a foundational aspect of Israelite worship, rich in theological significance and pointing forward to the ultimate sacrifice of Christ.

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Numbers 28:6
It is a continual burnt offering, which was ordained in mount Sinai for a sweet smell, a sacrifice made by fire to the LORD.
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