Leviticus 7:38 Meaning and Explanation
“Which the LORD commanded Moses in mount Sinai, in the day that he commanded the children of Israel to offer their oblations unto the LORD, in the wilderness of Sinai.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →All these offering laws were commanded by God to Moses at Mount Sinai, establishing the system for Israel's sacrificial worship.
The Context of Leviticus 7:38
Concluding Leviticus 1-7 by attributing all offerings to God's Sinai revelation.
What Does Leviticus 7:38 Mean?
Mount Sinai marked the covenant's foundation—where God gave the law and Israel committed to obedience. This final clause rooted all seven chapters of offering legislation in that sacred moment, claiming Sinai's authority for the entire system.
The phrase 'in the day that he commanded the children of Israel to offer' suggests that offering itself was central to the covenant from the beginning. The system was not added later but formed part of the original binding agreement between God and Israel.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 7:38
What does Leviticus 7:38 mean?
All these offering laws were commanded by God to Moses at Mount Sinai, establishing the system for Israel's sacrificial worship.
What is the context of Leviticus 7:38?
Concluding Leviticus 1-7 by attributing all offerings to God's Sinai revelation.