But ye shall offer the burnt offering for a sweet savour unto the LORD; two young bullocks, one ram, seven lambs of the first year;
But you must offer a burnt offering that will be a pleasing aroma to the LORD: two young bulls, one ram, and seven one-year-old lambs.
God is instructing the Israelites to offer specific animals as burnt offerings that would be pleasing to Him during their religious ceremonies.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of God's detailed instructions to Moses about the sacrificial offerings required during Israel's religious festivals, specifically during the Feast of Weeks (Pentecost). These burnt offerings were completely consumed by fire on the altar as a way for the people to worship God and maintain their covenant relationship with Him. The sacrificial system was central to Old Testament worship before Christ's ultimate sacrifice.
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