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Exodus 29:38 KJV

Now this is that which thou shalt offer upon the altar; two lambs of the first year day by day continually.

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Exodus 29:38 Bible Commentary

Commentary on Exodus 29:38

Verse: “Now this is what you shall offer on the altar: two lambs of the first year, day by day continually.”

Introduction

This verse sets forth the daily offerings that the priests were commanded to make to God as part of the consecration of the altar. The significance of the lambs, as well as the implications of continual offerings, provide deep insight into the worship that the Israelites were to maintain.

The Purpose of the Offerings

  • Symbol of Atonement: The lambs represented innocence and purity, being offered as a symbol of atonement for sin. According to Matthew Henry, the lamb was the most fitting sacrifice as it embodies gentleness and submission.
  • Perpetual Worship: Albert Barnes notes the importance of the phrase "continually." This signifies that the worship of God and the making of offerings to Him were not to be occasional but a regular part of Israel's life.
  • God's Provision: Adam Clarke emphasizes that these offerings illustrate God’s provision for His people, who required regular reminders of their dependence on Him through these sacrificial rites.

Significance of the Lambs

  • First Year: The specification of "two lambs of the first year" stresses the value of unblemished offerings. Matthew Henry remarks on the importance of offering our best to God and how this act reflects our reverence for Him.
  • Day by Day: The instruction to offer these lambs “day by day” signifies that worship is to be a daily commitment. Barnes points out that this regularity promotes spiritual discipline and an ongoing relationship with God.

The Ritual Context

This command was situated within the broader context of Israelite ceremonial law, underlining the sacredness of their worship practices. The continual offerings serve to remind the Israelites of the covenant established with God and the necessity of periodic atonement through sacrifices.

Theological Implications

  • Covenant Relationship: As highlighted by Clarke, this act helped reinforce the covenant relationship between God and Israel. The people were required to offer these sacrifices, thus showing commitment and obedience once a day.
  • Typology of Christ: Many theologians see the lambs as prefigurations of Christ, the ultimate Lamb of God. Barnes suggests that just as these lambs were offered regularly, so too, Christ's sacrifice was a one-time event with infinite value for redemption.
  • Worship as a Lifestyle: This passage calls to mind the call for believers to embrace a lifestyle of worship. The continual offerings invite contemporary Christians to reflect on their own dedication to spiritual practices and the place of worship in daily life.

Conclusion

The instructions given in Exodus 29:38 regarding the daily offerings of lambs demonstrate the importance of continuous worship and atonement in the life of the Israelites. This verse serves as a powerful reminder to modern-day believers about the consistency of their devotion and the foundational significance of Christ's sacrificial love.

Exodus 29 (KJV) Verse Selection

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