Speak unto Aaron, and to his sons, and unto all the children of Israel, and say unto them, Whatsoever he be of the house of Israel, or of the strangers in Israel, that will offer his oblation for all his vows, and for all his freewill offerings, which they will offer unto the LORD for a burnt offering;
Speak to Aaron, his sons, and all the people of Israel, and tell them: Anyone from the nation of Israel, or any foreigner living among the Israelites, who wants to bring an offering to fulfill a vow or as a voluntary gift to the LORD as a burnt offering—
God is establishing rules for both Israelites and foreigners about bringing burnt offerings to fulfill promises or as voluntary gifts to Him.
📚 Historical Context
This instruction was given to Moses during Israel's time in the wilderness, establishing worship practices for the newly formed nation. The inclusion of 'strangers' (foreigners) living among Israel shows God's openness to non-Israelites who wanted to worship Him. Burnt offerings were completely consumed by fire as a way of dedicating something entirely to God, often used to fulfill vows or express devotion.
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