Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version You are to give a young bull as a sin offering to the Levitical priests of the family of Zadok, who come near to minister before me, declares the Sovereign LORD. New Living Translation At that time, the Levitical priests of the family of Zadok, who minister before me, are to be given a young bull for a sin offering, says the Sovereign LORD. English Standard Version you shall give to the Levitical priests of the family of Zadok, who draw near to me to minister to me, declares the Lord GOD, a bull from the herd for a sin offering. Berean Standard Bible You are to give a young bull from the herd as a sin offering to the Levitical priests who are of the family of Zadok, who approach Me to minister before Me, declares the Lord GOD. Berean Literal Bible And you shall give to the priests, the Levites, those who are of the seed of Zadok, who are near to Me, a declaration of the Lord YHWH, to minister to Me, a bull, a son of the herd, as a sin offering. King James Bible And thou shalt give to the priests the Levites that be of the seed of Zadok, which approach unto me, to minister unto me, saith the Lord GOD, a young bullock for a sin offering. New King James Version You shall give a young bull for a sin offering to the priests, the Levites, who are of the seed of Zadok, who approach Me to minister to Me,’ says the Lord GOD. New American Standard Bible You shall give to the Levitical priests who are from the descendants of Zadok, who come near to Me to serve Me,’ declares the Lord GOD, ‘a bull as a sin offering. NASB 1995 ‘You shall give to the Levitical priests who are from the offspring of Zadok, who draw near to Me to minister to Me,’ declares the Lord GOD, ‘a young bull for a sin offering. NASB 1977 ‘And you shall give to the Levitical priests who are from the offspring of Zadok, who draw near to Me to minister to Me,’ declares the Lord GOD, ‘a young bull for a sin offering. Legacy Standard Bible And you shall give to the Levitical priests who are from the seed of Zadok, who draw near to Me to minister to Me,’ declares Lord Yahweh, ‘a bull from the herd for a sin offering. Amplified Bible You shall give to the priests, the Levites who are from the descendants of Zadok, who are close to Me to minister to Me,’ says the Lord GOD, ‘a young bull for a sin offering [as a memorial to Christ’s sacrifice]. Berean Annotated Bible You are to give a young bull from the herd as a sin offering to the Levitical priests who are of the family of Zadok (righteous), who approach Me to minister before Me, declares the Lord GOD {Adonai YHWH}. Christian Standard Bible You are to give a bull from the herd as a sin offering to the Levitical priests who are from the offspring of Zadok, who approach me in order to serve me.” This is the declaration of the Lord GOD. Holman Christian Standard Bible You are to give a bull from the herd as a sin offering to the Levitical priests who are from the offspring of Zadok, who approach Me in order to serve Me.” This is the declaration of the Lord GOD.” American Standard Version Thou shalt give to the priests the Levites that are of the seed of Zadok, who are near unto me, to minister unto me, saith the Lord Jehovah, a young bullock for a sin-offering. Contemporary English Version The priests of the Levi tribe from the family of Zadok the priest are the only ones who may serve in my temple--this is my law. So give them a young bull to slaughter as a sacrifice for sin. English Revised Version Thou shalt give to the priests the Levites that be of the seed of Zadok, which are near unto me, to minister unto me, saith the Lord GOD, a young bullock for a sin offering. GOD'S WORD® Translation Give a young bull to the priests as an offering for sin. These priests are Zadok's descendants, men from the tribe of Levi, who can come near me and serve me. Good News Translation Those priests belonging to the tribe of Levi who are descended from Zadok are the only ones who are to come into my presence to serve me. I, the Sovereign LORD, command this. You will give them a young bull to offer as a sacrifice for sin. International Standard Version You are to present to the Levitical priests, Zadok's descendants, who will approach me to serve me, a young bull for a sin offering,' declares the Lord GOD. NET Bible you will give a young bull for a sin offering to the Levitical priests who are descended from Zadok, who approach me to minister to me, declares the sovereign LORD. New Heart English Bible You shall give to the priests the Levites who are of the offspring of Zadok, who are near to me, to minister to me, says the Lord GOD, a young bull for a sin offering. Webster's Bible Translation And thou shalt give to the priests the Levites that are of the seed of Zadok, who approach to me, to minister to me, saith the Lord GOD, a young bullock for a sin-offering. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleYou are to give a young bull from the herd as a sin offering to the Levitical priests who are of the family of Zadok, who approach Me to minister before Me, declares the Lord GOD. World English Bible You shall give to the Levitical priests who are of the offspring of Zadok, who are near to me, to minister to me,’ says the Lord Yahweh, ‘a young bull for a sin offering. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd you have given to the priests, the Levites—who [are] of the seed of Zadok, who are near to Me, a declaration of Lord YHWH, to serve Me—a calf from the herd, for a sin-offering. Berean Literal Bible And you shall give to the priests, the Levites, those who are of the seed of Zadok, who are near to Me, a declaration of the Lord YHWH, to minister to Me, a bull, a son of the herd, as a sin offering. Young's Literal Translation And thou hast given unto the priests, the Levites, who are of the seed of Zadok -- who are near unto Me, an affirmation of the Lord Jehovah, to serve Me -- a calf from the herd, for a sin-offering. Smith's Literal Translation And give to the priests the Levites, those which are of the seed of Zadok, drawing near to me, says the Lord Jehovah, to save me, a bullock, son of a cow, for sin. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd thou shalt give to the priests, and the Levites, that are of the race of Sadoc, who approach to me, saith the Lord God, to offer to me a calf of the herd for sin. Catholic Public Domain Version And you shall present these to the priests and to the Levites, who are of the offspring of Zadok, those who draw near to me, says the Lord God, so that they may offer to me a calf from the herd on behalf of sin. New American Bible A young bull must be brought as a purification offering to the priests, the Levites descended from Zadok, who come near to serve me—oracle of the Lord GOD. New Revised Standard Version you shall give to the levitical priests of the family of Zadok, who draw near to me to minister to me, says the Lord GOD, a bull for a sin offering. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd you shall give to the priests and the Levites of the descendants of Zadok, who draw near to me to minister to me, says the LORD God, a young bullock for a sin offering. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And I shall give to the Priests and to the Levites who are of the seed of Tsadoq, who come near to me, says THE LORD OF LORDS, to serve to me a bull, son of a herd, for the purification of sin OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Thou shalt give to the priests the Levites that are of the seed of Zadok, who are near unto Me, to minister unto Me, saith the Lord GOD, a young bullock for a sin-offering. Brenton Septuagint Translation And thou shalt appoint to the priests the Levites of the seed of Sadduc, that draw nigh to me, saith the Lord God, to minister to me, a calf of the heard for a sin-offering. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Altar of Sacrifice…18Then He said to me: “Son of man, this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘These are the statutes for the altar on the day it is constructed, so that burnt offerings may be sacrificed on it and blood may be sprinkled on it: 19You are to give a young bull from the herd as a sin offering to the Levitical priests who are of the family of Zadok, who approach Me to minister before Me, declares the Lord GOD. 20You are to take some of its blood and put it on the four horns of the altar, on the four corners of the ledge, and all around the rim; thus you will cleanse the altar and make atonement for it.… Cross References You are to give a young bull from the herd as a sin offering Leviticus 4:3 If the anointed priest sins, bringing guilt on the people, he must bring to the LORD a young bull without blemish as a sin offering for the sin he has committed. Leviticus 4:14 when they become aware of the sin they have committed, then the assembly must bring a young bull as a sin offering and present it before the Tent of Meeting. Leviticus 16:6 Aaron is to present the bull for his sin offering and make atonement for himself and his household. to the Levitical priests Deuteronomy 18:1-2 The Levitical priests—indeed the whole tribe of Levi—shall have no portion or inheritance with Israel. They are to eat the food offerings to the LORD; that is their inheritance. / Although they have no inheritance among their brothers, the LORD is their inheritance, as He promised them. Numbers 18:7 But only you and your sons shall attend to your priesthood for everything concerning the altar and what is inside the veil, and you are to perform that service. I am giving you the work of the priesthood as a gift, but any outsider who comes near the sanctuary must be put to death.” 1 Chronicles 23:13 The sons of Amram: Aaron and Moses. Aaron and his descendants were set apart forever to consecrate the most holy things, to burn incense before the LORD, to minister before Him, and to pronounce blessings in His name forever. who are of the family of Zadok, Ezekiel 44:15-16 But the Levitical priests, who are descended from Zadok and who kept charge of My sanctuary when the Israelites went astray from Me, are to approach Me to minister before Me. They will stand before Me to offer Me fat and blood, declares the Lord GOD. / They alone shall enter My sanctuary and draw near to My table to minister before Me. They will keep My charge. 1 Chronicles 6:8-10 Ahitub was the father of Zadok, Zadok was the father of Ahimaaz, / Ahimaaz was the father of Azariah, Azariah was the father of Johanan, / Johanan was the father of Azariah, who served as priest in the temple that Solomon built in Jerusalem, 1 Kings 2:35 And the king appointed Benaiah son of Jehoiada in Joab’s place over the army, and he appointed Zadok the priest in Abiathar’s place. who approach Me to minister before Me, Deuteronomy 10:8 At that time the LORD set apart the tribe of Levi to carry the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to serve Him, and to pronounce blessings in His name, as they do to this day. Deuteronomy 18:5 For the LORD your God has chosen Levi and his sons out of all your tribes to stand and minister in His name for all time. Exodus 28:1 “Next, have your brother Aaron brought to you from among the Israelites, along with his sons Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar, to serve Me as priests. declares the Lord GOD. Ezekiel 5:11 Therefore as surely as I live, declares the Lord GOD, because you have defiled My sanctuary with all your detestable idols and abominations, I Myself will withdraw My favor; I will not look upon you with pity, nor will I spare you. Ezekiel 12:25 because I, the LORD, will speak whatever word I speak, and it will be fulfilled without delay. For in your days, O rebellious house, I will speak a message and bring it to pass, declares the Lord GOD.’” Ezekiel 20:3 “Son of man, speak to the elders of Israel and tell them that this is what the Lord GOD says: Have you come to inquire of Me? As surely as I live, I will not be consulted by you, declares the Lord GOD. Leviticus 8:14-15 Moses then brought the bull near for the sin offering, and Aaron and his sons laid their hands on its head. / Moses slaughtered the bull, took some of the blood, and applied it with his finger to all four horns of the altar, purifying the altar. He poured out the rest of the blood at the base of the altar and consecrated it so that atonement could be made on it. Treasury of Scripture And you shall give to the priests the Levites that be of the seed of Zadok, which approach to me, to minister to me, said the Lord GOD, a young bullock for a sin offering. the priests Ezekiel 40:46 And the chamber whose prospect is toward the north is for the priests, the keepers of the charge of the altar: these are the sons of Zadok among the sons of Levi, which come near to the LORD to minister unto him. Ezekiel 44:15 But the priests the Levites, the sons of Zadok, that kept the charge of my sanctuary when the children of Israel went astray from me, they shall come near to me to minister unto me, and they shall stand before me to offer unto me the fat and the blood, saith the Lord GOD: Ezekiel 48:11 It shall be for the priests that are sanctified of the sons of Zadok; which have kept my charge, which went not astray when the children of Israel went astray, as the Levites went astray. which approach Numbers 16:5,40 And he spake unto Korah and unto all his company, saying, Even to morrow the LORD will shew who are his, and who is holy; and will cause him to come near unto him: even him whom he hath chosen will he cause to come near unto him… Numbers 18:5 And ye shall keep the charge of the sanctuary, and the charge of the altar: that there be no wrath any more upon the children of Israel. a young Ezekiel 45:18,19 Thus saith the Lord GOD; In the first month, in the first day of the month, thou shalt take a young bullock without blemish, and cleanse the sanctuary: … Exodus 29:10,11 And thou shalt cause a bullock to be brought before the tabernacle of the congregation: and Aaron and his sons shall put their hands upon the head of the bullock… Leviticus 4:3 If the priest that is anointed do sin according to the sin of the people; then let him bring for his sin, which he hath sinned, a young bullock without blemish unto the LORD for a sin offering. Jump to Previous Affirmation Approach Bull Bullock Calf Declares Draw Family Herd Levites Minister Offering Offspring Priests Seed Serve Sin Sin-Offering Work Young ZadokJump to Next Affirmation Approach Bull Bullock Calf Declares Draw Family Herd Levites Minister Offering Offspring Priests Seed Serve Sin Sin-Offering Work Young ZadokEzekiel 43 1. The returning of the glory of God into the temple7. The sin of Israel hindered God's presence 10. The prophet exhorts them to repentance and observation of the law of the house 13. The measures 18. and ordinances of the altar You are to give a young bull from the herd as a sin offering In the Old Testament, a young bull was often used as a sin offering, symbolizing atonement and purification. The bull, being a valuable and strong animal, represented a significant sacrifice, indicating the seriousness of sin and the need for reconciliation with God. This offering is part of the sacrificial system established in the Mosaic Law, which foreshadows the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ, who is the fulfillment of all sin offerings (Hebrews 10:10). to the Levitical priests who are of the family of Zadok who approach Me to minister before Me declares the Lord GOD Persons / Places / Events 1. EzekielA prophet and priest during the Babylonian exile, Ezekiel is the author of the book and the one receiving God's instructions. 2. Levitical Priests Descendants of Levi, tasked with temple duties and sacrifices. In this context, they are the ones performing the sin offering. 3. Family of Zadok A specific lineage within the Levitical priesthood, chosen for their faithfulness to God during times of apostasy. 4. Sin Offering A sacrificial offering made to atone for sin, symbolizing purification and reconciliation with God. 5. The Temple The central place of worship for the Israelites, representing God's presence among His people. Teaching Points Faithfulness in ServiceThe family of Zadok is chosen for their unwavering faithfulness. Believers are called to serve God with integrity and dedication. The Role of Sacrifice The sin offering underscores the seriousness of sin and the need for atonement. Jesus' sacrifice fulfills this need once and for all. Priestly Duties As believers, we are called to be a royal priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices and interceding for others. God's Holiness The detailed instructions for the sin offering reflect God's holiness and the need for His people to approach Him with reverence. Continuity and Fulfillment The Old Testament sacrificial system points to the ultimate sacrifice of Christ, encouraging believers to live in the light of His finished work. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 43:19?2. How does Ezekiel 43:19 emphasize the importance of priestly consecration today? 3. What role do "young bulls" play in the sacrificial system of Ezekiel 43:19? 4. How does Ezekiel 43:19 connect to Christ's ultimate sacrifice for our sins? 5. How can we apply the concept of consecration in our daily lives? 6. Why is obedience to God's instructions crucial, as seen in Ezekiel 43:19? 7. What is the significance of the bull as a sin offering in Ezekiel 43:19? 8. How does Ezekiel 43:19 relate to the concept of atonement in Christianity? 9. Why is the Zadokite priesthood emphasized in Ezekiel 43:19? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 43? 11. What is the significance of the Ezekiel temple? 12. Ezekiel 44:15 singles out Zadokite priests for special privileges—where is the historical record or proof that this priestly line remained uniquely faithful? 13. Ezekiel 44:28 indicates priests have no inheritance apart from the Lord--how does this align with land allotment practices known from other biblical or historical sources? 14. Ezekiel 44's temple regulations appear highly specific, yet no archaeological site conclusively matches this description--could this be evidence the prophecy was purely symbolic or never fulfilled? What Does Ezekiel 43:19 Mean You are to give• The command is direct and personal, underscoring that obedience is not optional (James 1:22; Exodus 25:2). • God speaks through Ezekiel, yet the responsibility lands on the worshiper: bring what He requires, not what seems convenient (1 Samuel 15:22). • The immediacy of “are to” reminds us that delayed obedience is disobedience (Psalm 119:60). A young bull from the herd • A young (unblemished) bull pictures strength and vitality offered to God (Leviticus 4:3–4). • Bulls were the costliest sacrificial animals, signaling wholehearted devotion (2 Samuel 24:24). • The phrase “from the herd” ties the animal to everyday life, teaching that worship integrates the ordinary with the holy (Romans 12:1). As a sin offering • Sin offerings deal specifically with guilt before God (Leviticus 4:20; Hebrews 9:22). • Blood is necessary for atonement—pointing forward to Christ’s once-for-all sacrifice (Hebrews 10:4, 10). • Even in a restored temple vision, sin still needs cleansing, showing human nature’s ongoing need for redemption (Romans 3:23). To the Levitical priests • God assigned priestly service exclusively to Levi (Numbers 3:6-10). • Priests mediate between God and people, foreshadowing our ultimate High Priest, Jesus (Hebrews 5:1-10). • Right worship involves God-ordained leadership, guarding against self-styled religion (2 Chronicles 26:16-19). Of the family of Zadok • Zadok’s line remained faithful when others defected (1 Kings 2:27, 35; Ezekiel 44:15). • Faithfulness is rewarded with continued privilege in God’s presence, encouraging perseverance today (Revelation 2:10). • The mention of a specific family roots the vision in real history, affirming Scripture’s accuracy. Who approach Me to minister • Nearness to God is a sacred trust requiring holiness (Exodus 19:22). • Ministry is first to God before it is for people—service flows from intimacy (Psalm 27:4; Hebrews 10:22). • Approach is possible only on His terms, reminding us of reverent boldness through Christ (Hebrews 4:16). Declares the Lord GOD • The verse ends with divine signature, guaranteeing every detail (Isaiah 55:11). • “Lord GOD” (Adonai Yahweh) combines sovereignty and covenant faithfulness (Ezekiel 36:23). • His declaration settles the matter; human opinion does not revise divine decree (Psalm 119:89). summary Ezekiel 43:19 unfolds a precise picture of restored worship: God commands a costly, pure sacrifice for sin, entrusted to faithful priests who alone may draw near. Each clause reinforces that acceptable approach to a holy God rests on obedience, consecration, and atoning blood—truths ultimately fulfilled in Christ yet calling believers today to the same wholehearted, reverent devotion. (19) Thou shalt give.--Ezekiel is not actually to do this, like Moses, as the appointed consecrator; but, as frequently in prophecy, he is told to do that which he foretells is to be done.Of the seed of Zadok.--See Note on Ezekiel 40:46. (Comp. also Ezekiel 44:15.) A young bullock.--In the case of the altar of the Tabernacle, the consecration began with anointing with oil (Leviticus 8:11), and this was a prominent feature of the service; but is here wholly omitted. The service began with the offering of a sin offering, which was always, according to the law, to be first offered when several kinds of sacrifice were to occur together. The propriety of this is manifest, since the first act of man's approach to God must always consist of the confession of his sin. Verse 19. - Thou shalt give to the priests. This injunction, which was addressed to Ezekiel, not as the representative of the people or of the priests (Smend), but as the prophet of Jehovah, made it clear that Ezekiel was not to act in the future consecration of the altar alone as Moses did in the dedication of the tabernacle altar, but that the priests were to bear their part in the ceremonial. If some expressions, as the use of "thou" in this and the following verses, appear to suggest that Ezekiel alone should officiate, the employment of "they" in vers. 22, 24, 25, 26 as plainly indicates that Ezekiel's share in the ceremonial was to be performed through the medium of the priests. And, indeed, if the temple was a pattern designed to be converted into an actual building after the return from captivity, as the newer criticism contends, it is apparent that Ezekiel could not have been expected to have any hand in its erection. The Levites that be of the seed of Zadok. The assistants of Ezekiel and the officiating priests at the new altar were not to be the whole body of the Levitical priesthood, but those only who derived their descent from Zadok (see on Ezekiel 44:15). A young bullock for a sin offering. With the offering of this the ritual commenced, as in Exodus 29:1, 10 and Leviticus 8:14 (comp. Ezekiel 45:18). It is observable that in the Levitical code a young bullock, i.e. of a bullock in the full vigor of youth, is appointed as the requisite sin offering for the priest, i.e. the high priest, who was the head and representative of the people.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew You are to giveוְנָתַתָּ֣ה (wə·nā·ṯat·tāh) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 5414: To give, put, set a young בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son bull פַּ֥ר (par) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 6499: Young bull, steer from the herd בָּקָ֖ר (bā·qār) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1241: Beef cattle, ox, a herd as a sin offering לְחַטָּֽאת׃ (lə·ḥaṭ·ṭāṯ) Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 2403: An offence, its penalty, occasion, sacrifice, expiation, an offender to אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to the Levitical הַלְוִיִּ֡ם (hal·wî·yim) Article | Noun - proper - masculine plural Strong's 3881: Levites -- descendant of Levi priests הַכֹּהֲנִ֣ים (hak·kō·hă·nîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3548: Priest who אֲשֶׁ֣ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that are of הֵם֩ (hêm) Pronoun - third person masculine plural Strong's 1992: They the family מִזֶּ֨רַע (miz·ze·ra‘) Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 2233: Seed, fruit, plant, sowing-time, posterity of Zadok, צָד֜וֹק (ṣā·ḏō·wq) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 6659: Zadok -- the name of several Israelites who approach הַקְּרֹבִ֣ים (haq·qə·rō·ḇîm) Article | Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 7138: Near Me אֵלַ֗י (’ê·lay) Preposition | first person common singular Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to to minister before Me, לְשָֽׁרְתֵ֑נִי (lə·šā·rə·ṯê·nî) Preposition-l | Verb - Piel - Infinitive construct | first person common singular Strong's 8334: To attend as a, menial, worshipper, to contribute to declares נְאֻ֛ם (nə·’um) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 5002: An oracle the Lord אֲדֹנָ֥י (’ă·ḏō·nāy) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 136: The Lord GOD. יְהוִ֖ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel Links Ezekiel 43:19 NIVEzekiel 43:19 NLT Ezekiel 43:19 ESV Ezekiel 43:19 NASB Ezekiel 43:19 KJV Ezekiel 43:19 BibleApps.com Ezekiel 43:19 Biblia Paralela Ezekiel 43:19 Chinese Bible Ezekiel 43:19 French Bible Ezekiel 43:19 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Ezekiel 43:19 You shall give to the priests (Ezek. 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