KJV ORIGINAL
And the two kidneys, and the fat that is upon them, which is by the flanks, and the caul above the liver, with the kidneys, it shall he take away.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
And the two kidneys, along with the fat around them near the sides, and the fatty covering above the liver—all of this should be removed along with the kidneys.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes the specific parts of a sacrificial animal that were to be removed and offered to God as part of the peace offering ritual.
📚 Historical Context
This instruction comes from the detailed sacrificial laws God gave to Moses for the Israelites. The peace offering was a voluntary sacrifice that symbolized fellowship and gratitude between the worshiper and God. These specific organs and fatty portions were considered the choicest parts of the animal and were burned on the altar as God's portion.
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