Leviticus 7:8

Arabic SVD 1865 Version (Smith and Van Dyke)

والكاهن الذي يقرّب محرقة انسان فجلد المحرقة التي يقرّبها يكون له.

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Leviticus says that when a priest offers a burnt offering for someone, the priest gets to keep the skin of the animal. The message is about the priest's reward for performing the sacrifice.

Explained for Children

Imagine you help mommy or daddy clean up the kitchen. As a reward, you get to choose a special dessert. In this case, the priest helps with a special sacrifice, and as a reward, they get to keep the skin of the animal used in the sacrifice.

Historical Background

The Book of Leviticus was written by Moses around 1446-1406 BCE. It was given to the Israelites to guide them on how to live holy lives and worship God properly. This instruction about the priest's reward was part of the sacrificial system.

Living It Out Today

Today, we can think about how we reward those who serve us. If someone helps you move into a new house, you might offer them a meal or a gift. Just as the priests were rewarded for their service, we can show appreciation to those who help us.

Topics

• sacrifice
• priesthood
• reward
• service
• offerings
• God's instructions

Related Verses

• Leviticus 1:14
• Exodus 29:28
• Numbers 18:17
• Deuteronomy 18:3
• Hebrews 10:4

Frequently Asked Questions

Who gets the skin of the burnt offering?

According to Leviticus 7:8, the priest who performs the burnt offering is entitled to keep the skin as a reward for their service.

Is the skin of the burnt offering valuable?

While the text does not specify the value, the skin likely had practical uses and was considered valuable enough to be a reward for the priest's service.

How does this verse relate to the concept of service?

This verse shows that service is rewarded. In this case, the priest's service to God and the community is rewarded with the skin of the animal, symbolizing recognition of their hard work.

Are there similar reward systems in other parts of the Bible?

Yes, there are other instances in the Bible where service and loyalty are rewarded, such as in the New Testament where Jesus talks about rewards for good deeds and faithfulness.