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and the meal-offering shall be an ephah for the ram, and the meal-offering for the lambs as he is able to give, and a hin of oil to an ephah.
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Worship from a Willing Heart
Commentators note a significant shift in the nature of offerings. Unlike the fixed amounts required under the Mosaic Law, the meal-offering for the lambs is determined by what the giver is 'able' or, as scholars suggest, 'willing' to give. This highlights a move from rigid obligation to free and voluntary worship from the heart.
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Ezekiel
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18th Century
Presbyterian
As he shall be able to give - Rather, “as he shall be willing to give.” So also in (Ezekiel 46:7).
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
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