◄ Exodus 29:39 ►
Offer one lamb in the morning and the other at twilight.
Study Bible
In the morning
The phrase "in the morning" signifies the beginning of a new day, a time traditionally associated with renewal and fresh starts. In the Hebrew context, the morning sacrifice was a daily ritual that symbolized the people's dedication to God at the start of each day. The Hebrew word for morning, "בֹּקֶר" (boqer), implies the breaking of dawn, a time when light dispels darkness. This can be seen as a metaphor for spiritual awakening and the hope that comes with each new day. The morning offering set the tone for the Israelites' daily worship and reliance on God.

offer one lamb
The act of offering a lamb is deeply rooted in the sacrificial system established by God for the Israelites. The Hebrew word for offer, "עָשָׂה" (asah), means to do or make, indicating an active participation in worship. The lamb, a symbol of innocence and purity, prefigures the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world (John 1:29). This daily offering was a reminder of the need for atonement and the foreshadowing of Christ's redemptive work.

and at twilight
"At twilight" refers to the time of day when the sun sets and evening begins. The Hebrew term "בֵּין הָעַרְבָּיִם" (bein ha'arbayim) literally means "between the evenings," indicating the period between sunset and complete darkness. This time was significant for the Israelites as it marked the end of the day's labor and the transition to rest. Offering a sacrifice at twilight symbolized the closing of the day with gratitude and reflection, entrusting the night to God's protection.

offer the other
The repetition of the offering at twilight underscores the importance of continual devotion and the rhythm of daily worship. The Hebrew word for "other," "שֵׁנִי" (sheni), indicates the second in a sequence, emphasizing the completeness of the daily sacrificial cycle. This practice instilled a sense of discipline and consistency in the Israelites' spiritual lives, reminding them of God's constant presence and their ongoing need for His grace and mercy.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Moses
The leader of the Israelites who received the instructions for the consecration of the priests and the offerings from God.

2. Aaron and His Sons
The first priests of Israel, for whom these offerings were part of their consecration and daily duties.

3. The Tabernacle
The portable dwelling place for the divine presence among the Israelites, where these offerings were to be made.

4. The Israelites
The chosen people of God, for whom these rituals were a means of maintaining a covenant relationship with God.

5. The Daily Sacrifice
A continual burnt offering, symbolizing ongoing devotion and atonement for the people.
Teaching Points
Consistency in Worship
The daily offering of lambs, morning and evening, underscores the importance of regular, consistent worship in the life of a believer.

Symbolism of Sacrifice
The lambs offered symbolize purity and atonement, pointing to the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God.

Priestly Duties and Believer's Role
Just as the priests had specific duties, believers today are called to be a "royal priesthood," offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God.

Morning and Evening Devotion
The timing of the offerings can inspire believers to begin and end their day with prayer and reflection, dedicating their daily actions to God.

Covenant Relationship
The continual offerings were a reminder of the Israelites' covenant with God, encouraging believers to remember and live out their covenant relationship with Him through Christ.
Bible Study Questions
1. How does the practice of daily offerings in Exodus 29:39 reflect the importance of consistency in our spiritual lives today?

2. In what ways can we, as believers, offer ourselves as "living sacrifices" in our daily routines, as suggested in Romans 12:1?

3. How does the symbolism of the lamb in the daily offerings connect to the New Testament understanding of Jesus as the Lamb of God?

4. What practical steps can we take to incorporate morning and evening devotions into our daily lives, inspired by the timing of the offerings?

5. How does understanding our role as a "royal priesthood" influence the way we approach our relationship with God and others?
Connections to Other Scriptures
Leviticus 6:8-13
This passage provides further details on the burnt offering, emphasizing its perpetual nature and the role of the priests in maintaining it.

Numbers 28:1-8
Offers additional instructions on the daily offerings, reinforcing the importance of consistency in worship.

Hebrews 10:11-14
Connects the Old Testament sacrifices to the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ, highlighting the fulfillment of the law through Him.

Psalm 141:2
Compares prayer to incense and offerings, suggesting a spiritual dimension to the physical act of sacrifice.

Romans 12:1
Encourages believers to offer themselves as living sacrifices, drawing a parallel to the daily offerings in the Old Testament.
Sermons
The Daily Burnt-OfferingJ. Orr Exodus 29:38-43
The Divine Presence in the ChurchJ. S. Exell, M. A.Exodus 29:38-46
People
Aaron, Ephah, Israelites, Moses
Places
Egypt, Mount Sinai
Topics
Dusk, Evening, Evenings, Lamb, Morning, Offer, Offered, Prepare, Twilight
Dictionary of Bible Themes
Exodus 29:29-46

     7745   ordination

Exodus 29:38-39

     6606   access to God

Exodus 29:38-40

     4954   morning

Exodus 29:38-41

     4492   olive
     4933   evening
     5617   measures, liquid
     7368   grain offering

Exodus 29:38-42

     7322   burnt offering

Exodus 29:38-43

     7422   ritual

Library
The Copies of Things in the Heavens
'And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying, 2. On the first day of the first month shalt thou set up the tabernacle of the tent of the congregation. 3. And thou shalt put therein the ark of the testimony, and cover the ark with the vail. 4. And thou shalt bring in the table, and set in order the things that are to be set in order upon it; and thou shalt bring in the candlestick, and light the lamps thereof. 5. And thou shalt set the altar of gold for the incense before the ark of the testimony, and put …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture

Eighth Day. Holiness and Indwelling.
And let them make me a holy place, that I may dwell among them.'--Ex. xxv. 8. 'And the tent shall be sanctified by my glory, and I will dwell among the children of Israel, and will be their God.'--Ex. xxix. 43, 45. The Presence of God makes holy, even when it descends but for a little while, as at Horeb, in the burning bush. How much more must that Presence make holy the place where it dwells, where it fixes its permanent abode! So much is this the case, that the place where God dwells …
Andrew Murray—Holy in Christ

Thirtieth Day. The Unction from the Holy One.
And ye have an anointing from the Holy One, and ye know all things. And as for you, the anointing which ye received of Him abideth in you, and ye need not that any one teach you; but as His anointing teacheth you concerning all things, and is true, and is no lie, and even as it taught you, ye abide in Him.'--1 John ii. 20, 27. In the revelation by Moses of God's Holiness and His way of making holy, the priests, and specially the high priests, were the chief expression of God's Holiness in man. …
Andrew Murray—Holy in Christ

Sixth Day. Holiness and Glory.
Who is like unto Thee, O Lord! among the gods? Who is like unto Thee, glorious in holiness, Fearful in praises, doing wonders? Thou in Thy mercy hast led Thy people which Thou hast redeemed: Thou hast guided them in Thy strength to the habitation of Thy holiness ... The holy place, O Lord, which Thy hands have established.' --Ex. xv. 11-17. In these words we have another step in advance in the revelation of Holiness. We have here for the first time Holiness predicated of God Himself. He …
Andrew Murray—Holy in Christ

That the Ruler Should be Always Chief in Action.
The ruler should always be chief in action, that by his living he may point out the way of life to those that are put under him, and that the flock, which follows the voice and manners of the shepherd, may learn how to walk better through example than through words. For he who is required by the necessity of his position to speak the highest things is compelled by the same necessity to exhibit the highest things. For that voice more readily penetrates the hearer's heart, which the speaker's life …
Leo the Great—Writings of Leo the Great

Twenty-Fourth Day. Holiness and Cleansing.
Having therefore these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all defilement of flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.'--2 Cor. vii. 1. That holiness is more than cleansing, and must be preceded by it, is taught us in more than one passage of the New Testament. 'Christ loved the Church, and gave Himself up for it, that He might sanctify it, having cleansed it by the washing of water with the word.' 'If a man cleanse himself from these, he shall be a vessel …
Andrew Murray—Holy in Christ

Thirtieth Lesson. An Holy Priesthood;'
An holy priesthood;' Or, The Ministry of Intercession. An holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God by Jesus Christ.'--I Peter ii. 5. Ye shall be named the Priests of the Lord.'--Isaiah lxi. 6. THE Spirit of the Lord God is upon me: because the Lord hath anointed me.' These are the words of Jesus in Isaiah. As the fruit of His work all redeemed ones are priests, fellow-partakers with Him of His anointing with the Spirit as High Priest. Like the precious ointment upon …
Andrew Murray—With Christ in the School of Prayer

Man's Inability to Keep the Moral Law
Is any man able perfectly to keep the commandments of God? No mere man, since the fall, is able in this life perfectly to keep the commandments of God, but does daily break them, in thought, word, and deed. In many things we offend all.' James 3: 2. Man in his primitive state of innocence, was endowed with ability to keep the whole moral law. He had rectitude of mind, sanctity of will, and perfection of power. He had the copy of God's law written on his heart; no sooner did God command but he obeyed. …
Thomas Watson—The Ten Commandments

John's First Testimony to Jesus.
(Bethany Beyond Jordan, February, a.d. 27.) ^D John I. 19-34. ^d 19 And this is the witness of John [John had been sent to testify, "and" this is the matter of his testimony], when the Jews [The term "Jews" is used seventy times by John to describe the ruling classes of Judæa] sent unto him [In thus sending an embassy they honored John more than they ever honored Christ. They looked upon John as a priest and Judæan, but upon Jesus as a carpenter and Galilæan. It is probable that …
J. W. McGarvey—The Four-Fold Gospel

The Covenant of Works
Q-12: I proceed to the next question, WHAT SPECIAL ACT OF PROVIDENCE DID GOD EXERCISE TOWARDS MAN IN THE ESTATE WHEREIN HE WAS CREATED? A: When God had created man, he entered into a covenant of life with him upon condition of perfect obedience, forbidding him to eat of the tree of knowledge upon pain of death. For this, consult with Gen 2:16, 17: And the Lord commanded the man, saying, Of every tree of the garden thou mayest freely eat; but of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, thou shalt …
Thomas Watson—A Body of Divinity

Exodus
The book of Exodus--so named in the Greek version from the march of Israel out of Egypt--opens upon a scene of oppression very different from the prosperity and triumph in which Genesis had closed. Israel is being cruelly crushed by the new dynasty which has arisen in Egypt (i.) and the story of the book is the story of her redemption. Ultimately it is Israel's God that is her redeemer, but He operates largely by human means; and the first step is the preparation of a deliverer, Moses, whose parentage, …
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament

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