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A Shared Wave Offering
Commentators explain that when the priest took the basket, it was for a specific ritual. The priest would place his hand under the worshiper's, and together they would perform a "wave offering." This action symbolized an acknowledgment that God is the Lord and owner of the entire earth.
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Deuteronomy
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Charles Ellicott
On Deuteronomy 26:1–11
19th Century
Bishop
Deuteronomy 26:1–11. PRESENTATION OF THE FIRST FRUITS.
When you are come in.: Rashi s…
John Gill
On Deuteronomy 26:4
17th Century
Pastor
And the priest shall take the basket out of your hand To wave it, as Jarchi says, putting his hand under the hand of the …
Matthew Henry
On Deuteronomy 26:1–11
17th Century
Minister
When God has fulfilled His promises to us, He expects we should acknowledge it to the honor of His faithfulness. And our creature comforts are doub…