KJV ORIGINAL
But the remainder of the flesh of the sacrifice on the third day shall be burnt with fire.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
But any leftover meat from the sacrifice must be burned up with fire on the third day.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is giving instructions that any remaining sacrifice meat must be completely burned on the third day to prevent it from spoiling or being misused.
📚 Historical Context
This instruction was part of God's detailed laws given to the Israelites about how to properly handle sacrificial offerings at the tabernacle. In the ancient Near East without refrigeration, meat would spoil quickly in the desert heat, and burning the remains ensured both hygiene and reverence for what had been offered to God. These specific timeframes helped maintain the sacred nature of the sacrificial system.
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