Exodus 29:28
Exodus 29:28 Meaning and Explanation
“And it shall be Aaron's and his sons' by a statute for ever from the children of Israel: for it is an heave offering: and it shall be an heave offering from the children of Israel of the sacrifice of their peace offerings, even their heave offering unto the LORD.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The priest's portions become a perpetual right from the people's sacrifices.
The Context of Exodus 29:28
Establishing perpetual priestly portions
What Does Exodus 29:28 Mean?
These portions belong to Aaron and his sons forever by a statute—an unbreakable law. The portions come from the children of Israel's peace offerings as a heave offering (lifted up offering) to the LORD.
This statute establishes how the priesthood is sustained: the worshiping community supports the priests through their sacrificial system, binding priesthood and people together.
Frequently Asked Questions About Exodus 29:28
What does Exodus 29:28 mean?
The priest's portions become a perpetual right from the people's sacrifices.
What is the context of Exodus 29:28?
Establishing perpetual priestly portions