Leviticus 6:23 Meaning and Explanation
“For every meat offering for the priest shall be wholly burnt: it shall not be eaten.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Every grain offering that a priest brings on his own behalf must be entirely burned; the priest does not eat it.
The Context of Leviticus 6:23
Priests' own grain offerings must be wholly burned.
What Does Leviticus 6:23 Mean?
This principle distinguishes between grain offerings brought by the ordinary people (which the priests eat as their portion) and grain offerings brought by the priests themselves on their own behalf. When a priest offers a grain offering for himself, the entire offering burns on the altar—nothing comes back to the priest as food.
This regulation may reflect the idea that a priest cannot benefit materially from his own offering. The priest serves as intermediary but does not profit from the transaction. The complete burning of a priest's own offering shows that his personal devotion must be entirely given to the Lord without self-benefit.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 6:23
What does Leviticus 6:23 mean?
Every grain offering that a priest brings on his own behalf must be entirely burned; the priest does not eat it.
What is the context of Leviticus 6:23?
Priests' own grain offerings must be wholly burned.