KJV ORIGINAL
On the same day it shall be eaten up; ye shall leave none of it until the morrow: I am the LORD.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
It must be eaten on the same day; don't leave any of it until the next morning. I am the LORD.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is commanding that certain sacrificial offerings must be completely consumed on the day they are offered, with nothing left over until morning.
📚 Historical Context
This command was part of the detailed sacrificial laws God gave to the Israelites through Moses. These regulations ensured that sacrificial meals remained sacred and didn't become corrupted or treated casually. The immediate consumption also demonstrated trust in God's daily provision rather than hoarding.
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