Numbers 15:21 Meaning and Explanation
“Of the first of your dough ye shall give unto the LORD an heave offering in your generations.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →In every generation, Israel must give a portion of their first dough to the LORD as an elevated offering.
The Context of Numbers 15:21
God establishes that firstfruit offerings are perpetual, binding on all future generations.
What Does Numbers 15:21 Mean?
The phrase 'in your generations' makes this an eternal statute for Israel's future. Each harvest season and each generation must repeat this act of consecration and gratitude.
The specification of 'the first' throughout these verses shows that God claims a portion of the beginning, not the surplus. This acknowledges God's priority in Israel's provision and prevents the mindset that only what remains after consumption should be offered.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 15:21
What does Numbers 15:21 mean?
In every generation, Israel must give a portion of their first dough to the LORD as an elevated offering.
What is the context of Numbers 15:21?
God establishes that firstfruit offerings are perpetual, binding on all future generations.