New International Version both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the long lobe of the liver, which you will remove with the kidneys. New Living Translation the two kidneys and the fat around them near the loins, and the long lobe of the liver. These must be removed with the kidneys, English Standard Version and the two kidneys with the fat that is on them at the loins and the long lobe of the liver that he shall remove with the kidneys. Berean Standard Bible both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which he is to remove with the kidneys. Berean Literal Bible and the two kidneys, and the fat that is on them, that is on the flanks, and the lobe of the liver above the kidneys, which he shall remove. King James Bible And the two kidneys, and the fat that is upon them, which is by the flanks, and the caul above the liver, with the kidneys, it shall he take away. New King James Version the two kidneys and the fat that is on them by the flanks, and the fatty lobe attached to the liver above the kidneys, he shall remove; New American Standard Bible and the two kidneys with the fat that is on them, which is on the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which he shall remove with the kidneys. NASB 1995 and the two kidneys with the fat that is on them, which is on the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which he shall remove with the kidneys. NASB 1977 and the two kidneys with the fat that is on them, which is on the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which he shall remove with the kidneys. Legacy Standard Bible and the two kidneys with the fat that is on them, which is on the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which he shall remove with the kidneys. Amplified Bible and the two kidneys with the fat that is on them at the loins, and the lobe of the liver which he shall remove with the kidneys. Berean Annotated Bible both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which he is to remove with the kidneys. Christian Standard Bible and the two kidneys with the fat on them at the loins; he will also remove the fatty lobe of the liver with the kidneys. Holman Christian Standard Bible and the two kidneys with the fat on them at the loins; he will also remove the fatty lobe of the liver with the kidneys. American Standard Version and the two kidneys, and the fat that is upon them, which is by the loins, and the caul upon the liver, with the kidneys, shall he take away. Contemporary English Version as well as the lower part of the liver and the two kidneys with their fat. English Revised Version and the two kidneys, and the fat that is upon them, which is by the loins, and the caul upon the liver, with the kidneys, shall he take away. GOD'S WORD® Translation and the two kidneys with the fat on them as an offering by fire to the LORD. Also remove the lobe of the liver along with the kidneys. Good News Translation the kidneys and the fat on them, and the best part of the liver. International Standard Version the two kidneys with the fat on them by the loins, and the fatty mass that surrounds the liver and kidneys. NET Bible the two kidneys with the fat on their sinews, and the protruding lobe on the liver (which he is to remove along with the kidneys). New Heart English Bible and the two kidneys, and the fat that is on them, which is by the loins, and the cover on the liver, with the kidneys, he shall take away. Webster's Bible Translation And the two kidneys, and the fat that is upon them, which is by the flanks, and the caul above the liver, with the kidneys, that shall he take away. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bibleboth kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which he is to remove with the kidneys. World English Bible and the two kidneys, and the fat that is on them, which is by the loins, and the cover on the liver, with the kidneys, he shall take away. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand the two kidneys, and the fat which [is] on them, which [is] on the flanks, and the redundance on the liver above the kidneys—he turns it aside, Berean Literal Bible and the two kidneys, and the fat that is on them, that is on the flanks, and the lobe of the liver above the kidneys, which he shall remove. Young's Literal Translation and the two kidneys, and the fat which is upon them, which is on the flanks, and the redundance above the liver, (beside the kidneys he doth turn it aside), Smith's Literal Translation And the two kidneys, and the fat which is upon them, which is upon the loins, and the lobe upon the liver, upon the kidneys, he will take it away. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe two little kidneys with the caul that is upon them which is by the flanks, and the fat of the liver with the little kidneys: Catholic Public Domain Version the two little kidneys with the mesh that is over them near the sides, and the fat of the liver with the little kidneys. New American Bible as well as the two kidneys, with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which is removed with the kidneys. New Revised Standard Version the two kidneys with the fat that is on them at the loins, and the appendage of the liver, which you shall remove with the kidneys. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the two kidneys, and the fat that is upon them which is by the flanks, and the caul above the liver, with the kidneys, shall he remove. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the two kidneys and the fat that is on them upon the side and the liver caul; he shall offer it with the kidneys. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and the two kidneys, and the fat that is upon them, which is by the loins, and the lobe above the liver, which he shall take away by the kidneys. Brenton Septuagint Translation And both the kidneys, and all the fat that is upon them, that which is upon the thighs, and the caul of the liver with the kidneys, shall he take away. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Laws for Peace Offerings…14And from his offering he shall present an offering made by fire to the LORD: the fat that covers the entrails, all the fat that is on them, 15 both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which he is to remove with the kidneys. 16Then the priest is to burn the food on the altar as an offering made by fire, a pleasing aroma. All the fat is the LORD’s.… Cross References both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, Leviticus 4:9 both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which he is to remove with the kidneys— Exodus 29:22 Take the fat from the ram, the fat tail, the fat covering the entrails, the lobe of the liver, both kidneys with the fat on them, and the right thigh (since this is a ram for ordination), and the lobe of the liver, Exodus 29:13 Take all the fat that covers the entrails and the lobe of the liver, and both kidneys with the fat on them, and burn them on the altar. Leviticus 8:16 Moses also took all the fat that was on the entrails, the lobe of the liver, and both kidneys and their fat, and burned it all on the altar. which he is to remove with the kidneys. Leviticus 7:4 both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which is to be removed with the kidneys. Leviticus 9:10 On the altar he burned the fat, the kidneys, and the lobe of the liver from the sin offering, as the LORD had commanded Moses. Leviticus 4:8-10 Then he shall remove all the fat from the bull of the sin offering—the fat that covers the entrails, all the fat that is on them, / both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which he is to remove with the kidneys— / just as the fat is removed from the ox of the peace offering. Then the priest shall burn them on the altar of burnt offering. Leviticus 7:3-4 And all the fat from it shall be offered: the fat tail, the fat that covers the entrails, / both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which is to be removed with the kidneys. Leviticus 9:19 They also brought the fat portions from the ox and the ram—the fat tail, the fat covering the entrails, the kidneys, and the lobe of the liver— Leviticus 8:25 And Moses took the fat—the fat tail, all the fat that was on the entrails, the lobe of the liver, and both kidneys with their fat—as well as the right thigh. Numbers 18:17 But you must not redeem the firstborn of an ox, a sheep, or a goat; they are holy. You are to splatter their blood on the altar and burn their fat as a food offering, a pleasing aroma to the LORD. Deuteronomy 18:3 This shall be the priests’ share from the people who offer a sacrifice, whether a bull or a sheep: the priests are to be given the shoulder, the jowls, and the stomach. 1 Samuel 2:15-16 Even before the fat was burned, the servant of the priest would come and say to the man who was sacrificing, “Give the priest some meat to roast, because he will not accept boiled meat from you, but only raw.” / And if any man said to him, “The fat must be burned first; then you may take whatever you want,” the servant would reply, “No, you must give it to me right now. If you refuse, I will take it by force!” 2 Chronicles 29:35 Furthermore, the burnt offerings were abundant, along with the fat of the peace offerings and the drink offerings for the burnt offerings. So the service of the house of the LORD was established. Ezekiel 44:15 But the Levitical priests, who are descended from Zadok and who kept charge of My sanctuary when the Israelites went astray from Me, are to approach Me to minister before Me. They will stand before Me to offer Me fat and blood, declares the Lord GOD. Ezekiel 44:7 In addition to all your other abominations, you brought in foreigners uncircumcised in both heart and flesh to occupy My sanctuary; you defiled My temple when you offered My food—the fat and the blood; you broke My covenant. Treasury of Scripture And the two kidneys, and the fat that is on them, which is by the flanks, and the lobe above the liver, with the kidneys, it shall he take away. no references listed for this verse. Jump to Previous Appendage Caul Cover Covering Far Fat Flanks Joining Kidneys Legs Loins Net Part Redundance Remove Top TurnJump to Next Appendage Caul Cover Covering Far Fat Flanks Joining Kidneys Legs Loins Net Part Redundance Remove Top TurnLeviticus 3 1. The peace offering of the herd6. whether a sheep 7. whether a lamb 12. or a goat 17. A prohibition to eat fat or blood both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, The kidneys and surrounding fat were removed from the goat as portions reserved for the LORD. Fat represented the richest part of the animal and belonged exclusively to God, while the kidneys, hidden deep within the body, represented the offerer’s inward life. Lev 4:9 both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins,… and the lobe of the liver, The lobe of the liver was included with the fat and kidneys as part of the offering placed on the altar. These carefully designated portions showed that the peace offering was presented according to God’s command, not human preference. Exo 29:13 Take all the fat that covers the entrails and the lobe… which he is to remove with the kidneys. The priest removed these parts together and burned them on the altar. The prescribed act emphasized reverence, obedience, and the complete dedication of the offering to the LORD. Lev 7:4 both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins,… Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe author of Leviticus, who received the laws from God on Mount Sinai and communicated them to the Israelites. 2. Israelites The recipients of the Levitical laws, including the instructions for peace offerings. 3. Tabernacle The place where the Israelites were to bring their offerings, serving as the dwelling place of God among His people. 4. Priests The descendants of Aaron who were responsible for performing the sacrifices and offerings as prescribed in the law. 5. Peace Offering A type of sacrifice described in Leviticus, symbolizing fellowship and communion with God. Teaching Points Understanding the SymbolismThe specific parts of the animal (kidneys, fat, liver) represent the best portions, symbolizing giving God our best in worship and life. Holiness and Purity The detailed instructions for offerings remind us of God's holiness and the need for purity in our approach to Him. Fellowship with God The peace offering signifies restored fellowship with God, encouraging us to seek reconciliation and communion with Him. Christ as Our Peace Offering Jesus fulfills the peace offering, providing eternal peace and reconciliation with God through His sacrifice. Living Sacrifices As believers, we are called to live sacrificially, offering our lives in service and devotion to God. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Leviticus 3:15?2. What is the significance of offering the "fat" as described in Leviticus 3:15? 3. How does Leviticus 3:15 reflect God's instructions for sacrificial offerings? 4. Why is obedience to God's commands in Leviticus 3:15 important for believers today? 5. How does Leviticus 3:15 connect with New Testament teachings on sacrifice? 6. What can we learn about holiness from the instructions in Leviticus 3:15? 7. What is the significance of the fat mentioned in Leviticus 3:15? 8. Why does Leviticus 3:15 emphasize the prohibition of eating fat? 9. How does Leviticus 3:15 reflect ancient Israelite sacrificial practices? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Leviticus 3? Leviticus 3:15 zooms in on specific inner organs and fat to show that God demands—and deserves—the richest, deepest portions of life. Every detail underscores His ownership of our motives, affections, and very breath. By faithfully removing and placing these parts on the altar, the worshiper proclaimed God’s supremacy and anticipated the complete, flawless surrender fulfilled in Jesus. The verse invites us to offer our innermost selves, holding nothing back, because the Lord who sees the heart has already given His best for us. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew bothשְׁתֵּ֣י (šə·tê) Number - fdc Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number) kidneys הַכְּלָיֹ֔ת (hak·kə·lā·yōṯ) Article | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 3629: A kidney, the mind with the fat הַחֵ֙לֶב֙ (ha·ḥê·leḇ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2459: Fat, richest, choice part on them עֲלֵהֶ֔ן (‘ă·lê·hen) Preposition | third person feminine plural Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against near עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against the loins, הַכְּסָלִ֑ים (hak·kə·sā·lîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3689: Fatness, the loin, the viscera, silliness, trust and וְאֶת־ (wə·’eṯ-) Conjunctive waw | Direct object marker Strong's 853: Untranslatable mark of the accusative case the lobe הַיֹּתֶ֙רֶת֙ (hay·yō·ṯe·reṯ) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 3508: The lobe, flap of the liver of עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against the liver, הַכָּבֵ֔ד (hak·kā·ḇêḏ) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 3516: The liver which he will also remove יְסִירֶֽנָּה׃ (yə·sî·ren·nāh) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine singular | third person feminine singular Strong's 5493: To turn aside with עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against the kidneys. הַכְּלָיֹ֖ת (hak·kə·lā·yōṯ) Article | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 3629: A kidney, the mind Additonal Resources Leviticus 3:15 Blue Letter BibleLeviticus 3:15 Bible Gateway Leviticus 3:15 Bible.com Leviticus 3:15 NIV |
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