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Exodus 29:40

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And with the one lamb a tenth deal of flour mingled with the fourth part of an hin of beaten oil; and the fourth part of an hin of wine for a drink offering.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Along with the first lamb, offer two quarts of fine flour mixed with one quart of pressed olive oil, and one quart of wine as a drink offering.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is giving specific instructions for the grain and drink offerings that must accompany the daily lamb sacrifice.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of the detailed instructions God gave to Moses on Mount Sinai for the consecration of Aaron and his sons as priests, outlining the daily sacrifices in the Tabernacle. It specifies the exact ingredients and measurements for the offerings, such as flour mixed with oil and wine, to ensure the rituals were performed with precision and holiness as the Israelites wandered in the wilderness. These practices symbolized the people's commitment to God's covenant and their need for atonement.

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