And concerning the tithe of the herd, or of the flock, even of whatsoever passeth under the rod, the tenth shall be holy unto the LORD.
And regarding the tithe of cattle or sheep, whatever passes under the shepherd's counting rod, every tenth animal shall be set apart as holy to the LORD.
God is establishing that every tenth animal from a person's livestock must be given to Him as a holy offering.
📚 Historical Context
In the time of Moses, God gave the Israelites detailed laws through the Mosaic covenant to guide their daily lives and worship, including specific instructions on tithing as a form of giving back to Him. This verse from Leviticus addresses the practice of tithing livestock, where shepherds would count their animals by passing them under a rod, and every tenth one was to be set apart as holy for the Lord's use. This system ensured that the Levites, who had no land inheritance and served in the tabernacle, were supported by the community.
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