Bible Strands
Ezekiel 43:23
When you have finished the purification, you are to present a young, unblemished bull and an unblemished ram from the flock.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — God instructs the priestly mediator to present specific sacrifices immediately after the altar’s purification ritual concludes on the third day of the consecration ceremony.
The words — The Hebrew תַּקְרִיב (tak.Riv) literally means “you will bring near,” directing the offerer to present the animals at the sanctuary’s threshold. The term תָּמִים (ta.Mim) specifies that both the young bull and the ram must be unblemished.
The thread — This pairing of a young bull and a ram for priestly consecration parallels Exodus 29:1, where the same animals initiate the ordination of Aaron and his sons.
Why it lands — The verse requires the reader to recognize that ritual access demands the deliberate presentation of specific, unblemished animals at the appointed time. It establishes a procedural standard for worship that prioritizes precise obedience over personal preference.
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The Hebrew words
King James Version
When thou hast made an end of cleansing it, thou shalt offer a young bullock without blemish, and a ram out of the flock without blemish.
Cross-references
- Exodus 29:1 “Now this is what you are to do to consecrate Aaron and his sons to serve Me as priests: Take a young bull and two rams without blemish,