The fire shall ever be burning upon the altar; it shall never go out.
The fire on the altar must always keep burning; it must never be allowed to go out.
God is commanding that the fire on the altar of sacrifice must burn continuously without ever being extinguished.
📚 Historical Context
In the time of Moses, God was giving detailed instructions to the priests on how to maintain the tabernacle and properly handle the burnt offerings as part of the covenant with Israel. Leviticus 6:13 specifically commanded that the fire on the altar be kept burning continuously to ensure sacrifices could be offered at any time, symbolizing God's ongoing presence and the people's need for atonement. This practice reflected the holiness and dedication required in ancient Israelite worship, emphasizing that God's relationship with His people was never to be interrupted.
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