Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the long lobe of the liver, which is to be removed 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 are to be removed with the kidneys, English Standard Version 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 is to be removed with the kidneys. King James Bible And the two kidneys, and the fat that is on them, which is by the flanks, and the caul that is 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 he shall remove the lobe on the liver with the kidneys. NASB 1995 and the two kidneys with the fat that is on them, which is on the loins, and the lobe on the liver 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 on the liver 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 on the liver 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. 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 on 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 on 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. He will 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 But the two kidneys, the fat over them by the loins, and the appendage on the liver are to be taken away, along with the kidneys. Majority Standard Bible both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which is to be removed with the kidneys. NET Bible the two kidneys and the fat on their sinews, and the protruding lobe on the liver (which he must 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, shall he take away; Webster's Bible Translation And the two kidneys, and the fat that is on them, which is by the flanks, and the caul that is above the liver, with the kidneys, that shall he take away: World English Bible and he shall take away the two kidneys, and the fat that is on them, which is by the loins, and the cover on the liver, with the kidneys; 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; Young's Literal Translation and the two kidneys, and the fat which is on 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, with the kidneys, he shall take it away. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe two little kidneys, and the fat which is by the flanks, and the caul of the liver with the little kidneys. Catholic Public Domain Version the two little kidneys, and the fat that is near the sides, and the mesh 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 shall be removed with the kidneys. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the two kidneys, and the fat that is on them which is by the flanks, and the caul above the liver, with the kidneys, it he shall take away; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And he shall offer it with the two kidneys and their fat and the liver caul with the kidneys: OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and the two kidneys, and the fat that is on them, which is by the loins, and the lobe above the liver, which he shall take away by the kidneys. Brenton Septuagint Translation and the two kidneys, and the fat that is upon them, that which is upon the thighs, and the caul upon the liver with the kidney, he shall take them away. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Guilt Offering…3And all the fat from it shall be offered: the fat tail, the fat that covers the entrails, 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. 5The priest shall burn them on the altar as an offering made by fire to the LORD; it is a guilt offering.… Cross References 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 3:4 both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which he is to remove with the kidneys. 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— 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. 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 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— 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 44:7 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. 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. Hebrews 9:22 According to the law, in fact, nearly everything must be purified with blood, and without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness. Hebrews 10:4 because it is impossible for the blood of bulls and goats to take away sins. Hebrews 13:11 Although the high priest brings the blood of animals into the Holy Place as a sacrifice for sin, the bodies are burned outside the camp. Treasury of Scripture And the two kidneys, and the fat that is on them, which is by the flanks, and the lobe that is 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 Redundance Remove Removed Top TurnJump to Next Appendage Caul Cover Covering Far Fat Flanks Joining Kidneys Legs Loins Net Redundance Remove Removed Top TurnLeviticus 7 1. The law of the trespass offering11. and of the peace offering 12. whether it be for a thanksgiving 16. or a vow, or a free will offering 22. the fat and the blood are forbidden 28. The priests' portion in the peace offerings 35. The whole summed up both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins In the Levitical sacrificial system, the kidneys and the fat surrounding them were considered the choicest parts of the animal, symbolizing the innermost thoughts and emotions. The fat was seen as the best portion, reserved for God, indicating the offering of the best to the Lord. The kidneys, located near the loins, were thought to be the seat of emotion and moral decision-making in ancient Hebrew culture. This reflects the idea that God desires the deepest parts of our being, our innermost thoughts and intentions, to be dedicated to Him. The emphasis on the fat also points to the richness and abundance of God's provision and the need for the Israelites to acknowledge His sovereignty by offering the best parts back to Him. and the lobe of the liver which is to be removed with the kidneys Persons / Places / Events 1. Moses- The prophet and leader of the Israelites who received the laws from God on Mount Sinai. 2. Aaron and His Sons - The priests who were given specific instructions on how to perform sacrifices and offerings. 3. Israelites - The chosen people of God who were given the laws to follow as part of their covenant with Him. 4. Tabernacle - The portable dwelling place for the divine presence of God among the Israelites. 5. Peace Offering - A type of sacrifice made to God, symbolizing fellowship and thanksgiving. Teaching Points Understanding Sacrificial DetailsLeviticus 7:4 emphasizes the importance of following God's instructions precisely. This teaches us the value of obedience and reverence in our worship practices. Symbolism of the Sacrifice The fat and kidneys, mentioned in this verse, symbolize the best and innermost parts of the offering. This can be applied to giving God our best in all aspects of life. Role of the Priests The priests' role in handling the sacrifices points to the importance of spiritual leadership and accountability in the church today. Holiness and Purity The detailed instructions for sacrifices highlight God's holiness and the need for purity in approaching Him, reminding us of the call to live holy lives. Christ as the Ultimate Sacrifice Reflecting on the sacrificial system helps us appreciate Christ's ultimate sacrifice, which fulfilled and surpassed the Old Testament offerings. 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 עֲלֵיהֶ֔ן (‘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 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 is to be removed 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 Links Leviticus 7:4 NIVLeviticus 7:4 NLT Leviticus 7:4 ESV Leviticus 7:4 NASB Leviticus 7:4 KJV Leviticus 7:4 BibleApps.com Leviticus 7:4 Biblia Paralela Leviticus 7:4 Chinese Bible Leviticus 7:4 French Bible Leviticus 7:4 Catholic Bible OT Law: Leviticus 7:4 And the two kidneys and the fat (Le Lv Lev.) |
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