Topical Encyclopedia In the context of biblical vows, the offering of clean beasts holds significant importance. According to the Mosaic Law, certain animals deemed "clean" were acceptable for sacrifice and could be dedicated to the Lord through vows. These clean beasts, once vowed, were not to be redeemed or exchanged, underscoring the seriousness and irrevocability of such commitments to God.The primary scriptural reference for this practice is found in Leviticus 27:9-10 : "If he vows an animal that may be brought as an offering to the LORD, any such animal given to the LORD shall be holy. He must not replace it or exchange it, either good for bad or bad for good. But if he does substitute one animal for another, both the original animal and its substitute shall become holy." This passage highlights several key aspects of the vow involving clean beasts: 1. Holiness of the Vowed Animal: Once an animal is vowed to the Lord, it is considered holy. This designation signifies that the animal is set apart for divine purposes and cannot be used for ordinary or personal use. 2. Irrevocability of the Vow: The law explicitly forbids the replacement or exchange of the vowed animal. This stipulation emphasizes the binding nature of vows made to God, reflecting the principle that commitments to the divine are not to be taken lightly or altered at will. 3. Consequences of Substitution: If an individual attempts to substitute one animal for another, both animals become holy. This rule serves as a deterrent against attempting to exchange a less valuable animal for one of greater worth, ensuring that the integrity of the vow is maintained. The dedication of clean beasts through vows is a reflection of the broader biblical theme of offering one's best to God. Clean animals, as defined in Levitical law, were those that met specific criteria, making them suitable for sacrifice. This requirement underscores the principle that offerings to God should be pure and without blemish, symbolizing the worshiper's reverence and devotion. Furthermore, the prohibition against redeeming or exchanging vowed animals illustrates the concept of total surrender to God's will. In making a vow, the individual acknowledges God's sovereignty and commits to fulfilling their promise without reservation or attempt to alter the terms. The practice of vowing clean beasts, therefore, serves as a tangible expression of faith and obedience, reinforcing the believer's relationship with God through acts of worship and sacrifice. Torrey's Topical Textbook Leviticus 27:9,10And if it be a beast, whereof men bring an offering to the LORD, all that any man gives of such to the LORD shall be holy. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library Mr. Bunyan's Last Sermon: Saved by Grace; Period iii. The Dissolution of the Imperial State Church and the ... 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Who are the Jesuits, and what do they believe? | GotQuestions.org What is Jainism? | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Vows of Ananias and Sapphira, in the Dedication of the Proceeds of the Sale of Their Land Vows of Certain Jews With Paul Vows of Children Void Without the Consent of Parents Vows of Hannah, to Consecrate to the Lord the Child for Which She Prayed Vows of Job, not to Entertain Thoughts of Fornication Vows of Mariners Who Cast out Jonah Vows of Married Women Void Without Consent of Husbands Vows of the Jews, to Kill Paul Vows of the Mother of Micah, in the Dedication of Silver for the Making of an Idol Vows of Things Corrupt or Blemished an Insult to God Vows of Widows and Women Divorced from Their Husbands Binding Vows of Wives, Could Only be Objected to at the Time of Making Vows were Made in Reference to Afflicting the Soul Vows were Made in Reference to Dedicating Children to God Vows were Made in Reference to Devoting Property to God Vows were Made in Reference to Devoting the Person to God Vows were Made in Reference to Offering Sacrifices Vows: All Things Dedicated By, to be Brought to the Tabernacle Vows: Clean Beasts the Subjects of, not to be Redeemed Vows: Danger of Inconsiderately Making Vows: Edible Things offered In, to be Eaten the Same Day They Were offered Vows: Estimation of the Redemption Price of Things offered in Vows Vows: Might be Redeemed by Paying a Suitable Compensation Vows: Rash: The Israelites, to Destroy the Benjamites Vows: Solemn Promises Made to God Vows: The Hire of a Prostitute or Price of a Dog Could not be The Vows: The Redemption Price of the offering of Real Estate, to be Valued by the Priest Vows: Things Forbidden to be offered in Receipts of the Whore and the Price of a "Dog" Vows: Things offered In, to be Brought to the Tabernacle or Temple Vows: To be Performed Faithfully Vows: To be Performed Without Delay Vows: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Related Terms Free-will-offerings (6 Occurrences) Freewill-offerings (8 Occurrences) Drink-offerings (31 Occurrences) Voluntary-offerings (4 Occurrences) Heave-offering (55 Occurrences) |
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