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Book of Leviticus - Chapter 3 - Verse 3

3:3
And he shall offer of the sacrifice of the peace offering an offering made by fire unto the LORD; the fat that covereth the inwards, and all the fat that is upon the inwards,

Meaning

In this verse from Leviticus 3:3, the offering of the sacrifice of the peace offering to the LORD is described. This offering is meant to be a demonstration of gratitude, fellowship, and reconciliation with God. The fat that covers the inwards and all the fat that is upon the inwards is to be offered as a burnt offering to the LORD. The fat was considered the choicest and most valuable part of the animal, representing the best that the worshipper had to offer. By offering the fat as a burnt offering, the worshipper symbolically shows their devotion and commitment to God.

This ritual of offering the fat of the peace offering by fire to the LORD was a way for the Israelites to express their thankfulness for God's provision and blessings, as well as seek forgiveness for their sins. It was a symbol of their desire to have a closer relationship with God and to live in harmony with His will. The act of sacrifice was seen as a way to purify oneself before God and to show reverence for His holiness. By following these instructions for the peace offering, the Israelites were showing their dedication to God and their desire to be in right relationship with Him.

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