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They shall not profane the holy things of the children of Israel, which they offer to Yahweh,
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Guarding What is Sacred
Commentators agree this verse is a command to the priests to prevent the profanation of holy offerings. They were to guard these sacred items, which were dedicated to God, by ensuring they were not treated as common or consumed by unauthorized people. This highlights a strong principle of treating what is set apart for God with special reverence.
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Leviticus
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18th Century
Presbyterian
These verses are rather difficult. Their meaning appears to be: "The holy things of the children of Israel which are heaved before Yahweh () must n…
19th Century
Anglican
And they shall not profane. —That is, the priests are not to desecrate the holy gifts of the Israelites by carelessly exp…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And they shall not profane the holy things of the children ofIsrael, which they offer unto the Lord…
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In this chapter, we have various laws concerning the priests and sacrifices, all for preserving the honour of the sanctuary. Let us recollect with …
