Deuteronomy 12:27 Meaning and Explanation
“And thou shalt offer thy burnt offerings, the flesh and the blood, upon the altar of the LORD thy God: and the blood of thy sacrifices shall be poured out upon the altar of the LORD thy God, and thou shalt eat the flesh.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Offer both flesh and blood at the altar, then eat the remaining flesh.
The Context of Deuteronomy 12:27
At the chosen place, complete sacrifices are offered and shared between God and people.
What Does Deuteronomy 12:27 Mean?
At the chosen place, the complete sacrifice is offered: flesh and blood on the altar. The blood—which cannot be eaten—is poured out at the altar itself, completing its journey from animal to sacred offering. The flesh is then consumed by the worshipper, combining sacrifice with celebration.
This verse bridges the prohibition on eating blood with the practice of eating sacrificial meat. The blood goes to God (poured out); the flesh is the people's portion. The two-part offering (blood to God, flesh to the people) shows how sacrifice creates communion: God receives the life, people receive sustenance, both are united in worship.
Frequently Asked Questions About Deuteronomy 12:27
What does Deuteronomy 12:27 mean?
Offer both flesh and blood at the altar, then eat the remaining flesh.
What is the context of Deuteronomy 12:27?
At the chosen place, complete sacrifices are offered and shared between God and people.