And ye shall offer a burnt offering, a sacrifice made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the LORD; thirteen young bullocks, two rams, and fourteen lambs of the first year; they shall be without blemish:
You must offer a burnt offering as a sacrifice made by fire that smells sweet to the LORD: thirteen young bulls, two rams, and fourteen one-year-old lambs. All of these animals must be perfect, without any flaws or defects.
God is instructing the Israelites to offer a large, perfect sacrifice of specific animals that would be pleasing to Him.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of God's detailed instructions for the Feast of Tabernacles (Sukkot), a seven-day celebration that commemorated Israel's wilderness journey and God's provision. The burnt offerings were completely consumed by fire, symbolizing total dedication to God, and the 'sweet savor' represented offerings that were acceptable and pleasing to Him.
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