And Moses took the breast, and waved it for a wave offering before the LORD: for of the ram of consecration it was Moses’ part; as the LORD commanded Moses.
Moses took the breast meat and lifted it up as a special offering before the LORD. This portion from the ram used in the consecration ceremony was Moses' share, just as the LORD had instructed him.
Moses is following God's specific instructions by presenting his designated portion of the sacrifice as an offering before the LORD.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Leviticus, God was providing detailed instructions to Moses for the consecration of Aaron and his sons as priests for the Israelites, which took place in the wilderness after the Exodus. This specific verse describes Moses performing a wave offering with the breast of a ram as part of the ritual, which was his allotted portion to signify the priests' dedication to God. Such acts ensured that the priesthood was established exactly as God had commanded, emphasizing the importance of sacred rituals in Israelite worship.
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