Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The priest shall burn the memorial portion of the crushed grain and the oil, together with all the incense, as a food offering presented to the LORD. New Living Translation The priest will take a representative portion of the grain moistened with oil, together with all the frankincense, and burn it as a special gift presented to the LORD. English Standard Version And the priest shall burn as its memorial portion some of the crushed grain and some of the oil with all of its frankincense; it is a food offering to the LORD. Berean Standard Bible The priest shall then burn the memorial portion of the crushed grain and the oil, together with all its frankincense, as a food offering to the LORD. Berean Literal Bible And the priest shall burn its memorial portion from its crushed grain and from its oil with all its frankincense, as a fire offering to YHWH. King James Bible And the priest shall burn the memorial of it, part of the beaten corn thereof, and part of the oil thereof, with all the frankincense thereof: it is an offering made by fire unto the LORD. New King James Version Then the priest shall burn the memorial portion: part of its beaten grain and part of its oil, with all the frankincense, as an offering made by fire to the LORD. New American Standard Bible Then the priest shall offer up in smoke its memorial portion, part of its crushed grain and its oil with all its incense as an offering by fire to the LORD. NASB 1995 ‘The priest shall offer up in smoke its memorial portion, part of its grits and its oil with all its incense as an offering by fire to the LORD. NASB 1977 ‘And the priest shall offer up in smoke its memorial portion, part of its grits and its oil with all its incense as an offering by fire to the LORD. Legacy Standard Bible And the priest shall offer up in smoke its memorial portion, part of its grits and its oil with all its frankincense as an offering by fire to Yahweh. Amplified Bible The priest shall offer up in smoke its memorial portion, part of the crushed grain and part of its oil with all its incense; it is an offering by fire to the LORD. Berean Annotated Bible The priest shall then burn the memorial portion of the crushed grain and the oil, together with all its frankincense, as a food offering to the LORD {YHWH}. Christian Standard Bible The priest will then burn some of its crushed kernels and oil with all its frankincense as a food offering to the LORD. Holman Christian Standard Bible The priest will then burn some of its crushed kernels and oil with all its frankincense as a fire offering to the LORD.” American Standard Version And the priest shall burn the memorial of it, part of the bruised grain thereof, and part of the oil thereof, with all the frankincense thereof: it is an offering made by fire unto Jehovah. Contemporary English Version A priest will sprinkle all of the incense and some of the grain and oil on the altar and send them up in smoke to show that the whole offering belongs to me. English Revised Version And the priest shall burn the memorial of it, part of the bruised corn thereof, and part of the oil thereof, with all the frankincense thereof: it is an offering made by fire unto the LORD. GOD'S WORD® Translation The priest will burn the flour, olive oil, and all the incense as a reminder. It is an offering by fire to the LORD." Good News Translation The priest will burn that part of the meal and oil that is to serve as a token, and also all the incense, as a food offering to the LORD. International Standard Version The priest is to offer the memorial offering in smoke—its crushed bits, olive oil, and frankincense—as an offering by fire to the LORD." NET Bible Then the priest must offer its memorial portion up in smoke--some of its crushed bits, some of its olive oil, in addition to all of its frankincense--it is a gift to the LORD. New Heart English Bible The priest shall burn as its memorial, part of its bruised grain, and part of its oil, along with all its frankincense: it is an offering made by fire to the LORD. Webster's Bible Translation And the priest shall burn the memorial of it, part of its beaten corn, and part of its oil, with all its frankincense: it is an offering made by fire to the LORD. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThe priest shall then burn the memorial portion of the crushed grain and the oil, together with all its frankincense, as a food offering to the LORD. World English Bible The priest shall burn as its memorial part of its crushed grain and part of its oil, along with all its frankincense. It is an offering made by fire to Yahweh. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand the priest has made incense with its memorial from its beaten out [grain], and from its oil, besides all its frankincense, [as] a fire-offering to YHWH.” Berean Literal Bible And the priest shall burn its memorial portion from its crushed grain and from its oil with all its frankincense, as a fire offering to YHWH. Young's Literal Translation and the priest hath made perfume with its memorial from its beaten out corn, and from its oil, besides all its frankincense -- a fire-offering to Jehovah. Smith's Literal Translation And the priest burnt its memorial from its crushing and from its oil, upon all its frankincense: a sacrifice to Jehovah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleWhereof the priest shall burn for a memorial of the gift, part of the corn broken small and of the oil, and all the frankincense. Catholic Public Domain Version From this, the priest shall burn, as a memorial of the gift, a portion of the cracked grain and the oil, as well as all of the frankincense. New American Bible The priest shall then burn some of the groats and oil, together with all the frankincense, as a token of the offering, an oblation to the LORD. New Revised Standard Version And the priest shall turn a token portion of it into smoke—some of the coarse grain and oil with all its frankincense; it is an offering by fire to the LORD. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the priest shall burn the memorial offering of it, part of the beaten wheat and part of the oil with all the frankincense thereof; it is an offering made by fire to the LORD. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the Priest shall offer his memorial from rubbed corn and from oil with all frankincense as a gift to LORD JEHOVAH." OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the priest shall make the memorial-part of it smoke, even of the groats thereof, and of the oil thereof, with all the frankincense thereof; it is an offering made by fire unto the LORD. Brenton Septuagint Translation And the priest shall offer the memorial of it taken from the grains with the oil, and all its frankincense: it is a burnt-offering to the Lord. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Laws for Grain Offerings…15And you are to put oil and frankincense on it; it is a grain offering. 16The priest shall then burn the memorial portion of the crushed grain and the oil, together with all its frankincense, as an offering made by fire to the LORD. Cross References The priest shall then burn the memorial portion Numbers 5:26 Then the priest is to take a handful of the grain offering as a memorial portion and burn it on the altar; after that he is to have the woman drink the water. Leviticus 24:7 And you are to place pure frankincense near each row, so that it may serve as a memorial portion for the bread, a food offering to the LORD. of the crushed grain and the oil, Numbers 15:4 then the one presenting his offering to the LORD shall also present a grain offering of a tenth of an ephah of fine flour mixed with a quarter hin of olive oil. Numbers 6:15 together with their grain offerings and drink offerings—and a basket of unleavened cakes made from fine flour mixed with oil and unleavened wafers coated with oil. Ezekiel 46:14 You are also to provide with it every morning a grain offering of a sixth of an ephah with a third of a hin of oil to moisten the fine flour—a grain offering to the LORD. This is a permanent statute. together with all its frankincense, Exodus 30:34 The LORD also said to Moses, “Take fragrant spices—gum resin, onycha, galbanum, and pure frankincense—in equal measures, Isaiah 60:6 Caravans of camels will cover your land, young camels of Midian and Ephah, and all from Sheba will come, bearing gold and frankincense and proclaiming the praises of the LORD. Matthew 2:11 On coming to the house, they saw the Child with His mother Mary, and they fell down and worshiped Him. Then they opened their treasures and presented Him with gifts of gold and frankincense and myrrh. as a food offering to the LORD. Leviticus 3:11 Then the priest is to burn them on the altar as food, a food offering to the LORD. Leviticus 3:16 Then the priest is to burn the food on the altar as a food offering, a pleasing aroma. All the fat is the LORD’s. Numbers 28:2 “Command the Israelites and say to them: See that you present to Me at its appointed time the food for My food offerings, as a pleasing aroma to Me. Exodus 29:18 Then burn the entire ram on the altar; it is a burnt offering to the LORD, a pleasing aroma, a food offering to the LORD. Numbers 15:7 and a third of a hin of wine as a drink offering, a pleasing aroma to the LORD. Numbers 15:10 Also present half a hin of wine as a drink offering. It is a food offering, a pleasing aroma to the LORD. Numbers 28:5 along with a tenth of an ephah of fine flour as a grain offering, mixed with a quarter hin of oil from pressed olives. Numbers 28:13 and a tenth of an ephah of fine flour mixed with oil as a grain offering with each lamb. This is a burnt offering, a pleasing aroma, a food offering to the LORD. Treasury of Scripture And the priest shall burn the memorial of it, part of the beaten corn thereof, and part of the oil thereof, with all the frankincense thereof: it is an offering made by fire to the LORD. Leviticus 2:1,2,4-7,9,12 And when any will offer a meat offering unto the LORD, his offering shall be of fine flour; and he shall pour oil upon it, and put frankincense thereon: … Psalm 141:2 Let my prayer be set forth before thee as incense; and the lifting up of my hands as the evening sacrifice. Isaiah 11:2-4 And the spirit of the LORD shall rest upon him, the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of counsel and might, the spirit of knowledge and of the fear of the LORD; … Jump to Previous Beaten Besides Bruised Burn Burned Corn Fire Fire-Offering Frankincense Grain Groats Meal Memorial Memorial-Part Offer Offering Oil Part Perfume Portion Priest Sign Smoke Thereof TogetherJump to Next Beaten Besides Bruised Burn Burned Corn Fire Fire-Offering Frankincense Grain Groats Meal Memorial Memorial-Part Offer Offering Oil Part Perfume Portion Priest Sign Smoke Thereof TogetherLeviticus 2 1. The meat offering with oil and incense4. either baked in the oven 5. or on a plate 7. or in a frying pan 12. The first fruits not to be burnt on the altar, 13. Salt to be used with every offering 14. The offering of first fruits The priest shall then burn the memorial portion In the Levitical system, the priest acts as a mediator between God and the people. The burning of the memorial portion signifies the offering being set apart for God. This act of burning is a symbolic gesture of dedication and remembrance, highlighting the importance of offering the first and best to God. The memorial portion represents a token of the whole, acknowledging God's provision and sovereignty. of the crushed grain and the oil together with all its frankincense as a food offering to the LORD Persons / Places / Events 1. PriestThe priest acts as a mediator between the people and God, performing the ritual duties required by the Law. 2. Memorial Portion This refers to a part of the grain offering that is burned on the altar as a remembrance before God. 3. Crushed Grain Represents the offering of the firstfruits of the harvest, symbolizing dedication and thanksgiving to God. 4. Oil Used in offerings to signify richness and the presence of the Holy Spirit. 5. Frankincense A fragrant resin used in offerings, symbolizing prayer and worship ascending to God. Teaching Points Symbolism of OfferingsThe grain offering symbolizes dedication and thanksgiving. As believers, we are called to offer our lives as a living sacrifice, dedicating our actions and resources to God. Role of the Priest The priest's role in offering the memorial portion points to Christ as our High Priest, who intercedes on our behalf. We can approach God with confidence through Jesus. Spiritual Fragrance Just as frankincense creates a pleasing aroma, our prayers and acts of worship should rise to God as a sweet fragrance. This calls us to live lives that are pleasing to Him. Holistic Worship The combination of grain, oil, and frankincense in the offering teaches us that worship involves all aspects of our lives—our work (grain), our anointing (oil), and our prayers (frankincense). Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Leviticus 2:16?2. What does Leviticus 2:16 teach about offering the firstfruits to God? 3. How can we apply the principle of firstfruits in our daily lives? 4. Why is the aroma of offerings significant in Leviticus 2:16? 5. How does Leviticus 2:16 connect to New Testament teachings on giving? 6. What modern practices can reflect the dedication shown in Leviticus 2:16? 7. What is the significance of burning the memorial portion in Leviticus 2:16? 8. How does Leviticus 2:16 reflect ancient Israelite worship practices? 9. Why is frankincense included in the offering in Leviticus 2:16? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Leviticus 2? 11. What is the Bible's perspective on incense? 12. Does the altar design brought from Damascus (2 Kings 16:10-11) conflict with earlier temple instructions in Exodus and Leviticus? 13. Is the law of Moses useful? Yes. All scripture is... profitable... (2 Timothy 3:16) No. . . . A former commandment is set aside because of its weakness and uselessness... (Hebrews 7:18) 14. Leviticus 2:1-2: How could ancient Israelites realistically acquire frankincense in the wilderness if it primarily originated far to the south? What Does Leviticus 2:16 Mean The priest shall then burnLeviticus always places the priest front and center because God set apart an ordained mediator (Exodus 28:1; Hebrews 5:1). • The word “then” links this act to the orderly progression of worship (1 Corinthians 14:40). • Burning speaks of complete devotion; nothing is held back (Leviticus 1:9). • As in Genesis 8:21, the rising smoke signals a “pleasing aroma,” assuring the worshiper of divine acceptance. the memorial portion Only a handful is placed on the altar, yet that small part represents the whole (Leviticus 2:2). • “Memorial” points to remembrance—God remembers His covenant, and the worshiper remembers His mercy (Exodus 12:14; Psalm 111:4). • It foreshadows Christ, whose one sacrifice is sufficient for all time (Hebrews 10:10). of the crushed grain The grain is first crushed or milled, a picture of suffering that produces nourishment (Isaiah 53:5; John 6:35). • Fine flour shows care and quality; worship should never be careless (Malachi 1:8). • Grain offerings acknowledge God as provider of daily bread (Matthew 6:11). and the oil Oil, often linked with consecration and the Spirit (Exodus 30:25; Zechariah 4:6), is mixed in. • It keeps the offering from being dry, illustrating that every act of service must be Spirit-empowered (Romans 8:14). • Oil also enriches flavor, reminding us that obedience is to be joyful, not grudging (2 Corinthians 9:7). together with all its frankincense Frankincense brings fragrance beyond the grain itself (Exodus 30:34-35). • The phrase “all its frankincense” underscores total surrender; nothing aromatic is reserved for personal use (Philippians 2:17). • Its sweet scent anticipates the Wise Men’s gift to Jesus, honoring Him as divine (Matthew 2:11). as a food offering God needs no food, yet He graciously frames the sacrifice in relational terms (Psalm 50:12-15). • “Food offering” stresses fellowship; the altar is like a shared table (Revelation 3:20). • It looks ahead to the Lord’s Supper, where bread again signifies communion with God (1 Corinthians 10:16-17). to the LORD Every element—priest, grain, oil, incense—is aimed God-ward (Colossians 3:23-24). • The covenant name “LORD” (YHWH) reminds us that sacrifices reach the one true, self-existent God (Exodus 3:15). • Doing anything “to the LORD” elevates the ordinary into worship (Romans 12:1). summary Leviticus 2:16 captures a worshiper’s offering carried by the priest, mingled with oil, crowned with frankincense, and entirely consumed on the altar. Each detail—priestly mediation, memorial portion, crushed grain, enriching oil, fragrant incense—points to wholehearted devotion, Spirit-filled service, and grateful remembrance of the God who provides. Ultimately, the verse anticipates the perfect sacrifice of Christ, who fulfills every symbol and secures our eternal fellowship with the LORD. Hebrew The priestהַכֹּהֵ֜ן (hak·kō·hên) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3548: Priest shall then burn וְהִקְטִ֨יר (wə·hiq·ṭîr) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6999: To smoke, turn into fragrance by fire the memorial portion אַזְכָּרָתָ֗הּ (’az·kā·rā·ṯāh) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person feminine singular Strong's 234: A reminder, remembrance-offering of the crushed grain מִגִּרְשָׂהּ֙ (mig·gir·śāh) Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person feminine singular Strong's 1643: A kernel, grain and the oil, וּמִשַּׁמְנָ֔הּ (ū·miš·šam·nāh) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person feminine singular Strong's 8081: Grease, liquid, richness together with עַ֖ל (‘al) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every its incense, לְבֹנָתָ֑הּ (lə·ḇō·nā·ṯāh) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person feminine singular Strong's 3828: Frankincense as an offering made by fire אִשֶּׁ֖ה (’iš·šeh) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 801: A burnt-offering, a sacrifice to the LORD. לַיהוָֽה׃ (Yah·weh) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel Links Leviticus 2:16 NIVLeviticus 2:16 NLT Leviticus 2:16 ESV Leviticus 2:16 NASB Leviticus 2:16 KJV Leviticus 2:16 BibleApps.com Leviticus 2:16 Biblia Paralela Leviticus 2:16 Chinese Bible Leviticus 2:16 French Bible Leviticus 2:16 Catholic Bible OT Law: Leviticus 2:16 The priest shall burn as its memorial (Le Lv Lev.) |
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