Leviticus 3:16 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And the priest shall burn them upon the altar: it is the food of the offering made by fire for a sweet savour: all the fat is the LORD’s.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

The priest shall burn these parts on the altar. This is the food of the fire offering that creates a pleasing aroma. All the fat belongs to the LORD.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse teaches that when offerings were burned on the altar, the fat portions specifically belonged to God and created a pleasing aroma to Him.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of the detailed instructions for peace offerings in the Levitical sacrificial system. In ancient Israel, the fat of sacrificial animals was considered the richest, choicest part and was always reserved for God alone. These offerings were central to worship and maintaining the covenant relationship between God and His people.

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