Numbers 15:19 Meaning and Explanation
“Then it shall be, that, when ye eat of the bread of the land, ye shall offer up an heave offering unto the LORD.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →When Israel begins to eat bread made from their land's harvest, they must offer a heave offering (elevated offering) to the LORD.
The Context of Numbers 15:19
God commands Israel to offer a portion of their first harvest as an acknowledgment to Him.
What Does Numbers 15:19 Mean?
The first time Israel eats bread from their own harvest, they acknowledge God's provision with an offering. This 'heave offering' is a presentation made to God, recognizing Him as the source of their sustenance.
The timing—when ye eat of the bread—shows that gratitude is to accompany the first enjoyment of this new privilege. Before fully benefiting from the land, Israel must consecrate the harvest to God.
Numbers 15:19 in the Original Language
heave offering (תְרוּמָה terumah), 'elevation offering' — presented as a lifted or elevated gift, symbolizing offering to God's presence
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 15:19
What does Numbers 15:19 mean?
When Israel begins to eat bread made from their land's harvest, they must offer a heave offering (elevated offering) to the LORD.
What is the context of Numbers 15:19?
God commands Israel to offer a portion of their first harvest as an acknowledgment to Him.