Leviticus 7:18

Authorized King James Version

And if any of the flesh of the sacrifice of his peace offerings be eaten at all on the third day, it shall not be accepted, neither shall it be imputed unto him that offereth it: it shall be an abomination, and the soul that eateth of it shall bear his iniquity.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְאִ֣ם

H518

used very widely as demonstrative, lo!; interrogative, whether?; or conditional, if, although; also oh that!, when; hence, as a negative, not

הֵֽאָכֹ֣ל

H3605

properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)

הָֽאֹכֶ֥לֶת

H398

at all

to eat (literally or figuratively)

מִבְּשַׂר

H1320

And if any of the flesh

flesh (from its freshness); by extension, body, person; also (by euphemistically) the pudenda of a man

זֶ֨בַח

H2077

of the sacrifice

properly, a slaughter, i.e., the flesh of an animal; by implication, a sacrifice (the victim or the act)

שְׁלָמָ֜יו

H8002

of his peace offerings

properly, requital, i.e., a (voluntary) sacrifice in thanks

בַּיּ֣וֹם

H3117

day

a day (as the warm hours), whether literal (from sunrise to sunset, or from one sunset to the next), or figurative (a space of time defined by an asso

הַשְּׁלִישִׁי֮

H7992

on the third

third; feminine a third (part); by extension, a third (day, year or time); specifically, a third-story cell)

לֹ֣א

H3808

not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles

#10

יֵֽרָצֶה֒

H7521

it shall not be accepted

to be pleased with; specifically, to satisfy a debt

#11

הַמַּקְרִ֣יב

H7126

unto him that offereth

to approach (causatively, bring near) for whatever purpose

#12

אֹת֗וֹ

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

#13

לֹ֧א

H3808

not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles

#14

יֵֽחָשֵׁ֛ב

H2803

neither shall it be imputed

properly, to plait or interpenetrate, i.e., (literally) to weave or (generally) to fabricate; figuratively, to plot or contrive (usually in a maliciou

#15

ל֖וֹ

#16

פִּגּ֣וּל

H6292

it it shall be an abomination

properly, fetid, i.e., (figuratively) unclean (ceremonially)

#17

יִֽהְיֶ֑ה

H1961

to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)

#18

וְהַנֶּ֛פֶשׁ

H5315

and the soul

properly, a breathing creature, i.e., animal of (abstractly) vitality; used very widely in a literal, accommodated or figurative sense (bodily or ment

#19

הָֽאֹכֶ֥לֶת

H398

at all

to eat (literally or figuratively)

#20

מִמֶּ֖נּוּ

H4480

properly, a part of; hence (prepositionally), from or out of in many senses

#21

עֲוֹנָ֥הּ

H5771

his iniquity

perversity, i.e., (moral) evil

#22

תִּשָּֽׂא׃

H5375

of it shall bear

to lift, in a great variety of applications, literal and figurative, absolute and relative

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Leviticus. The concept of peace reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

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 peace. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does this verse's emphasis on peace address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
How does this verse's literary context within Leviticus chapter 7 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?

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Leviticus 7:18

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