Leviticus 7:18 Meaning and Explanation
“And if any of the flesh of the sacrifice of his peace offerings be eaten at all on the third day, it shall not be accepted, neither shall it be imputed unto him that offereth it: it shall be abomination, and the soul that eateth of it shall bear his iniquity.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Eating the offering on the third day nullifies the entire offering and incurs guilt for the person eating it.
The Context of Leviticus 7:18
Specifying the consequences of violating the consumption deadline.
What Does Leviticus 7:18 Mean?
Consumption beyond the deadline violated the offering's sanctity and rendered it invalid. The offerer received no credit for the gift—the offering was rejected entirely, nullifying the entire sacrifice despite its previous ritual correctness.
The person eating it bore the iniquity (guilt), not for gluttony but for desecrating a sacred gift. This serious consequence enforced communal respect for the offering's bounds and prevented casual disregard for God's instructions.
Leviticus 7:18 in the Original Language
piggul (פִּגּוּל), 'abomination' (implied from context); meat beyond its permitted time becomes defiled and unacceptable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 7:18
What does Leviticus 7:18 mean?
Eating the offering on the third day nullifies the entire offering and incurs guilt for the person eating it.
What is the context of Leviticus 7:18?
Specifying the consequences of violating the consumption deadline.