Leviticus 1:13 Meaning and Explanation
“But he shall wash the inwards and the legs with water: and the priest shall bring it all, and burn it upon the altar: it is a burnt sacrifice, an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the LORD.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The flock offering is washed clean and burned completely as a pleasing offering.
The Context of Leviticus 1:13
Flock offerings are treated with the same care and complete the same cycle.
What Does Leviticus 1:13 Mean?
The same cleansing ritual applies: inward parts and legs are washed in water. This detail, repeated for the flock offering, signals that purity and preparation matter at every level of worship. The entire sacrifice, whole and cleansed, then ascends in flame.
Again the offering is called a 'sweet savour unto the LORD,' affirming that whether the gift is large or small, rich or modest, God receives it with the same pleasure when it comes from a willing and devoted heart.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 1:13
What does Leviticus 1:13 mean?
The flock offering is washed clean and burned completely as a pleasing offering.
What is the context of Leviticus 1:13?
Flock offerings are treated with the same care and complete the same cycle.