And a several tenth deal of flour mingled with oil for a meat offering unto one lamb; for a burnt offering of a sweet savour, a sacrifice made by fire unto the LORD.
And for each lamb, offer two quarts of fine flour mixed with oil as a grain offering. This is a burnt offering that creates a sweet aroma, a sacrifice made by fire to the LORD.
God is instructing that each lamb sacrifice should be accompanied by a specific grain offering that pleases Him.
📚 Historical Context
The Book of Numbers was written during the time when the Israelites were wandering in the wilderness after their exodus from Egypt, as part of the Mosaic Law given by God through Moses. In this chapter, God provides detailed instructions on the regular offerings to maintain the nation's spiritual life and covenant relationship with Him. This specific verse outlines the ingredients for a grain offering that accompanied animal sacrifices, emphasizing the importance of wholehearted worship and atonement in ancient Israelite society.
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