Leviticus 6:26

Authorized King James Version

The priest that offereth it for sin shall eat it: in the holy place shall it be eaten, in the court of the tabernacle of the congregation.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
הַכֹּהֵ֛ן
The priest
literally one officiating, a priest; also (by courtesy) an acting priest (although a layman)
#2
הַֽמְחַטֵּ֥א
that offereth it for sin
properly, to miss; hence (figuratively and generally) to sin; by inference, to forfeit, lack, expiate, repent, (causatively) lead astray, condemn
#3
אֹתָ֖הּ
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#4
תֵּֽאָכֵ֔ל
shall eat
to eat (literally or figuratively)
#5
בְּמָק֤וֹם
place
properly, a standing, i.e., a spot; but used widely of a locality (general or specific); also (figuratively) of a condition (of body or mind)
#6
קָדֹשׁ֙
it in the holy
sacred (ceremonially or morally); (as noun) god (by eminence), an angel, a saint, a sanctuary
#7
תֵּֽאָכֵ֔ל
shall eat
to eat (literally or figuratively)
#8
בַּֽחֲצַ֖ר
in the court
a yard (as inclosed by a fence); also a hamlet (as similarly surrounded with walls)
#9
אֹ֥הֶל
of the tabernacle
a tent (as clearly conspicuous from a distance)
#10
מוֹעֵֽד׃
of the congregation
properly, an appointment, i.e., a fixed time or season; specifically, a festival; conventionally a year; by implication, an assembly (as convened for

Analysis

Within the broader context of Leviticus, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Leviticus.

Historical Context

The historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

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