Leviticus 6:20
"This is the offering that Aaron and his sons must present to the LORD on the day he is anointed: a tenth of an ephah of fine flour as a regular grain offering, half of it in the morning and half in the evening.
This is the offering
The Hebrew word for "offering" is "קָרְבָּן" (korban), which signifies something brought near to God. In the context of Leviticus, offerings are central to the Israelites' worship and relationship with God. They symbolize devotion, atonement, and thanksgiving. This particular offering underscores the importance of approaching God with reverence and obedience, acknowledging His holiness and the need for mediation through the priesthood.

that Aaron and his sons
Aaron and his sons were chosen by God to serve as priests, mediating between God and the people of Israel. This priestly lineage highlights the importance of spiritual leadership and the responsibility of guiding others in worship and obedience to God. The priesthood of Aaron is a foreshadowing of the ultimate High Priest, Jesus Christ, who mediates a new covenant between God and humanity.

are to present to the LORD
The act of presenting an offering to the LORD signifies an intentional act of worship and submission. The Hebrew word "לִפְנֵי" (lifnei) means "before" or "in the presence of," indicating that offerings are made directly to God, acknowledging His sovereignty and holiness. This presentation is a reminder of the need for purity and sincerity in worship.

on the day he is anointed
Anointing, from the Hebrew "מָשַׁח" (mashach), is a significant ritual symbolizing consecration and the setting apart for divine service. The anointing of Aaron and his sons marks the beginning of their priestly duties, emphasizing the sacredness of their role and the divine authority bestowed upon them. This act prefigures the anointing of Jesus as the Messiah, the Anointed One.

a tenth of an ephah of fine flour
The specific measurement of "a tenth of an ephah" reflects the precision and orderliness of God's instructions. The use of "fine flour" indicates the quality and purity required in offerings, symbolizing the best of what one has to offer to God. This requirement teaches the principle of giving God our first and finest, a practice that reflects our gratitude and reverence.

as a regular grain offering
The grain offering, or "מִנְחָה" (minchah), is a tribute to God, representing the fruits of human labor and the sustenance provided by God. It is a non-blood offering, symbolizing dedication and thanksgiving. The regularity of this offering underscores the continual nature of worship and the daily acknowledgment of God's provision and grace.

half of it in the morning and half in the evening
The division of the offering into morning and evening portions signifies the perpetual nature of worship and the need for constant devotion. This practice reflects the rhythm of daily life centered around God, reminding believers of the importance of beginning and ending each day with a focus on Him. It is a call to live a life of consistent faithfulness and reliance on God's presence and guidance.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Aaron
The first high priest of Israel, brother of Moses, and a central figure in the establishment of the priesthood.

2. Aaron's Sons
The descendants of Aaron who were also appointed as priests to serve in the tabernacle.

3. The LORD
The covenant name of God, Yahweh, to whom the offerings are made.

4. Anointing
The ceremonial act of consecrating someone for a holy purpose, in this case, the priesthood.

5. Grain Offering
A type of offering made from fine flour, symbolizing dedication and thanksgiving to God.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Regular Worship
The twice-daily offering underscores the need for consistent and regular worship in our lives.

Symbolism of the Grain Offering
Represents dedication and thanksgiving, reminding us to offer our best to God in gratitude.

Role of the Priesthood
Highlights the mediatory role of priests, pointing to Christ as our ultimate High Priest.

Anointing and Consecration
Emphasizes the importance of being set apart for God's service, applicable to all believers as a royal priesthood.

Spiritual Discipline
Encourages the practice of spiritual disciplines, such as prayer and devotion, as regular offerings to God.
Bible Study Questions
1. How does the regular grain offering in Leviticus 6:20 reflect the importance of consistency in our spiritual practices today?

2. In what ways does the anointing of Aaron and his sons parallel the anointing of believers in the New Testament?

3. How can we apply the principle of offering our "first fruits" or best to God in our daily lives?

4. What does the role of the priesthood in the Old Testament teach us about the role of Jesus as our High Priest?

5. How can the concept of being set apart for God's service influence our daily decisions and actions?
Connections to Other Scriptures
Exodus 29
Details the consecration of Aaron and his sons, providing context for the anointing and the offerings required.

Hebrews 7
Discusses the priesthood of Jesus Christ, drawing parallels between the Old Testament priesthood and the eternal priesthood of Christ.

Numbers 18
Outlines the duties and privileges of the priests and Levites, further explaining the responsibilities of Aaron and his sons.

Psalm 141
Compares prayer to the evening sacrifice, highlighting the spiritual significance of regular offerings.
Instructions on the Offerings for the PriestsR.A. Redford Leviticus 6:8-30
Quench not the SpiritR.M. Edgar Leviticus 6:8-30
The Law of the Meat OfferingJ.A. Macdonald Leviticus 6:14-23
Ministerial Function, and ObligationW. Clarkson Leviticus 6:19-23
The High Priest's Offering in the Day When He is AnointedR.A. Redford Leviticus 6:19-23
People
Aaron, Ephah, Moses
Places
Teman
Topics
Aaron, Anointed, Best, Bring, Cereal, Continual, Ephah, Evening, Fine, Flour, Grain, Half, Meal, Meal-offering, Meat, Meat-offering, Morning, Oblation, Offer, Offering, Perpetual, Perpetually, Present, Priest, Regular, Sons, Tenth, Thereof
Dictionary of Bible Themes
Leviticus 6:20

     1657   numbers, fractions
     2206   Jesus, the Christ

Leviticus 6:14-23

     4404   food
     4456   grain
     7422   ritual

Leviticus 6:14-29

     4476   meals

Leviticus 6:19-23

     7368   grain offering

Leviticus 6:20-21

     4488   oil

Library
Meditations against Despair, or Doubting of God's Mercy.
It is found by continual experience, that near the time of death, when the children of God are weakest, then Satan makes the greatest nourish of his strength, and assails them with his strongest temptations. For he knows that either he must now or never prevail; for if their souls once go to heaven, he shall never vex nor trouble them any more. And therefore he will now bestir himself as much as he can, and labour to set before their eyes all the gross sins which ever they committed, and the judgments
Lewis Bayly—The Practice of Piety

The Cleansing of the Temple - the Sign,' which is not a Sign.
It has been said that Mary understood, and yet did not understand Jesus. And of this there seems fresh evidence in the circumstance that, immediately after the marriage of Cana, she and the brethren of Jesus' went with Him, or followed Him, to Capernaum, which henceforth became His own city,' [1774] during His stay by the Lake of Galilee. The question, whether He had first returned to Nazareth, seems almost trifling. It may have been so, and it may be that His brothers had joined Him there, while
Alfred Edersheim—The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah

Influences that Gave Rise to the Priestly Laws and Histories
[Sidenote: Influences in the exile that produced written ceremonial laws] The Babylonian exile gave a great opportunity and incentive to the further development of written law. While the temple stood, the ceremonial rites and customs received constant illustration, and were transmitted directly from father to son in the priestly families. Hence, there was little need of writing them down. But when most of the priests were carried captive to Babylonia, as in 597 B.C., and ten years later the temple
Charles Foster Kent—The Origin & Permanent Value of the Old Testament

Solomon's Temple Spiritualized
or, Gospel Light Fetched out of the Temple at Jerusalem, to Let us More Easily into the Glory of New Testament Truths. 'Thou son of man, shew the house to the house of Isreal;--shew them the form of the house, and the fashion thereof, and the goings out hereof, and the comings in thereof, and all the forms thereof, and all the ordinances thereof, and all the forms thereof, and all the laws thereof.'--Ezekiel 43:10, 11 London: Printed for, and sold by George Larkin, at the Two Swans without Bishopgate,
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3

Destruction of Jerusalem Foretold.
^A Matt. XXIV. 1-28; ^B Mark XIII. 1-23; ^C Luke XXI. 5-24. ^a 1 And Jesus went out from the temple [leaving it to return no more], and was going on his way; and his disciples came to him ^b as he went forth ^a to show him the buildings of the temple. ^b one of his disciples saith unto him, Teacher, behold, what manner of stones and what manner of buildings! ^c 5 And as some spake of the temple, how it was adorned with goodly stones and offerings, he said [The strength and wealth of the temple roused
J. W. McGarvey—The Four-Fold Gospel

Obedience
Take heed, and hearken, O Israel; this day thou art become the people of the Lord thy God. Thou shalt therefore obey the voice of the Lord thy God, and do his commandments.' Deut 27: 9, 10. What is the duty which God requireth of man? Obedience to his revealed will. It is not enough to hear God's voice, but we must obey. Obedience is a part of the honour we owe to God. If then I be a Father, where is my honour?' Mal 1: 6. Obedience carries in it the life-blood of religion. Obey the voice of the Lord
Thomas Watson—The Ten Commandments

Peaceable Principles and True: Or, a Brief Answer to Mr. D'Anver's and Mr. Paul's Books against My Confession of Faith, and Differences in Judgment About Baptism no Bar to Communion.
WHEREIN THEIR SCRIPTURELESS NOTIONS ARE OVERTHROWN, AND MY PEACEABLE PRINCIPLES STILL MAINTAINED. 'Do ye indeed speak righteousness, O congregation? do ye judge uprightly, O ye sons of men?'--Psalm 58:1 SIR, I have received and considered your short reply to my differences in judgment about water baptism no bar to communion; and observe, that you touch not the argument at all: but rather labour what you can, and beyond what you ought, to throw odiums upon your brother for reproving you for your error,
John Bunyan—The Works of John Bunyan Volumes 1-3

Leviticus
The emphasis which modern criticism has very properly laid on the prophetic books and the prophetic element generally in the Old Testament, has had the effect of somewhat diverting popular attention from the priestly contributions to the literature and religion of Israel. From this neglect Leviticus has suffered most. Yet for many reasons it is worthy of close attention; it is the deliberate expression of the priestly mind of Israel at its best, and it thus forms a welcome foil to the unattractive
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament

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