Bible Strands
Leviticus 7:10
and every grain offering, whether dry or mixed with oil, belongs equally to all the sons of Aaron.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Moses addresses the Israelites and the priestly line of Aaron, detailing sacrificial distribution rules within the broader covenant law code. The words — מִנְחָה (minchah) identifies the grain offering, while בְלוּלָה (bĕlûlâ) specifies the uncooked preparation method of being mixed or kneaded. The thread — The equitable distribution principle resurfaces in Exodus 16:18 regarding the manna and 2 Corinthians 8:14 on mutual surplus, standing in direct contrast to Leviticus 7:9 where a single presenting priest receives the baked offering. Why it lands — The text mandates that uncooked grain offerings be divided equally among all Aaronic priests rather than awarded to one presenter, requiring readers to accept collective priestly sustenance over individual claim.
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The Hebrew words
King James Version
And every meat offering, mingled with oil, and dry, shall all the sons of Aaron have, one as much as another.
Cross-references
- 2 Corinthians 8:14 At the present time, your surplus will meet their need, so that in turn their surplus will meet your need. This way there will be equality.
- Exodus 16:18 When they measured it by the omer, he who gathered much had no excess, and he who gathered little had no shortfall. Each one gathered as much as he needed to eat.