And the fire upon the altar shall be burning in it; it shall not be put out: and the priest shall burn wood on it every morning, and lay the burnt offering in order upon it; and he shall burn thereon the fat of the peace offerings.
The fire on the altar must keep burning continuously; it must never be allowed to go out. Every morning the priest shall add wood to keep it burning, arrange the burnt offering on top of it, and burn the fat from the peace offerings on it.
God is commanding that the altar fire must never go out, requiring the priests to tend it daily with fresh wood and offerings.
📚 Historical Context
In the time of Moses, around 1440 BC, the Israelites were in the wilderness after their exodus from Egypt, and God was giving them detailed laws for worship in the Tabernacle. This verse emphasizes the sacred duty of keeping the altar fire burning continuously, symbolizing God's ongoing presence and the importance of daily sacrifices in their covenant relationship. Priests were tasked with adding wood each morning and arranging offerings to maintain this perpetual fire, ensuring that worship remained a consistent part of their communal life.
Explore Similar Verses
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.