What is the meaning of Leviticus 6:22? The priest, who is one of Aaron’s sons Leviticus 6:22 begins by anchoring the command to a specific, God-appointed line of priests: “The priest, who is one of Aaron’s sons…” • God restricted altar ministry to Aaron’s descendants (Exodus 28:1; Numbers 18:7), underscoring holiness and continuity. • This lineage pointed forward to Christ, our ultimate High Priest (Hebrews 5:4–6). • By naming “one of Aaron’s sons,” the text reminds every generation that ministry is inherited by divine mandate, not personal ambition (Numbers 25:13). and will be anointed to take his place “…and will be anointed to take his place…” stresses succession. • Anointing with oil publicly confirmed God’s choice (Exodus 29:29–30). • Each new priest stepped into an unbroken stream of service (Numbers 20:28). • In a broader sense, the anointing foreshadows the Spirit’s empowering of all believers for service today (1 John 2:20). is to prepare it The priest “is to prepare it,” referring to the daily grain offering described in vv. 20–21. • Preparation involved exact measures and timing (Leviticus 6:20–21). • Obedience in details reflects reverence for God’s holiness (1 Samuel 15:22). • The priest’s personal involvement shows that leaders must model worship; delegation cannot replace devotion (2 Chronicles 29:11). As a permanent portion for the LORD “As a permanent portion for the LORD…” highlights perpetual dedication. • Certain offerings were God’s “permanent statutes” (Leviticus 3:17; 7:36). • “Permanent” stresses covenant faithfulness: God’s people continuously honor Him, and God continually provides (Exodus 29:42). • This reminds believers today that worship is not occasional but lifelong (Romans 12:1). it must be burned completely “…it must be burned completely” seals the instruction. • Complete burning meant nothing was kept back; all rose to God (Leviticus 2:11; 6:23). • Total consumption pictures total consecration, echoing the call to love the LORD with “all” our heart, soul, mind, and strength (Deuteronomy 6:5). • The smoke ascending symbolized prayers and devotion reaching heaven (Psalm 141:2; Revelation 8:4). summary Leviticus 6:22 lays out a pattern of consecrated leadership, precise obedience, and wholehearted worship. God chooses and anoints His servants, calls them to hands-on preparation, claims a continual share of their service, and requires complete surrender. The verse still challenges us: serve where God places you, yield every part to Him, and let your life rise as a pleasing offering without reserve. |
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