Leviticus 6:15 Meaning and Explanation
“And he shall take of it his handful, of the flour of the meat offering, and of the oil thereof, and all the frankincense which is upon the meat offering, and shall burn it upon the altar for a sweet savour, even the memorial of it, unto the LORD.”
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Read Full Chapter →The priest burns a handful of flour, oil, and all frankincense from the offering on the altar as a memorial to the Lord.
The Context of Leviticus 6:15
The ritual burning of the memorial portion of the grain offering.
What Does Leviticus 6:15 Mean?
From the entire grain offering, the priest takes a handful—a symbolic portion—along with all the frankincense and oil, and burns these on the altar. This burning produces a sweet aroma that rises before God, signifying acceptance and thanksgiving. The burning of the memorial portion makes the offering 'before the Lord,' transferring it from the earthly to the heavenly realm.
The frankincense—an aromatic resin from distant lands—adds fragrance and beauty, making the offering pleasing. Even in a grain offering made from basic staples, the addition of costly frankincense shows that worship involves giving of genuine value. The memorial function ensures that the offering is remembered before God.
Leviticus 6:15 in the Original Language
levonah (לְבוֹנָה), 'frankincense'—an aromatic resin from Arabia; costly and imported, used to perfume offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 6:15
What does Leviticus 6:15 mean?
The priest burns a handful of flour, oil, and all frankincense from the offering on the altar as a memorial to the Lord.
What is the context of Leviticus 6:15?
The ritual burning of the memorial portion of the grain offering.