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Generous Gratitude
Multiple commentators highlight that the grain offering was double the standard amount. This was not an arbitrary detail but a deliberate act to symbolize the abundance of the harvest. As one scholar notes, this teaches that "thankfulness ought to be in proportion to mercies." Our gratitude and giving should reflect the generous blessings we receive from God.
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Leviticus
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Albert Barnes
On Leviticus 23:9–22
18th Century
Theologian
These verses contain a distinct command regarding the religious services immediately connected with the grain harvest, given in anticipation of the…
Charles Ellicott
On Leviticus 23:13
19th Century
Bishop
Two tenth deals of fine flour. —Ordinarily only one-tenth deal of fine flour was required for a meat-offering ([Reference Exodus 2…
John Gill
On Leviticus 23:13
17th Century
Pastor
And the meat offering thereof [shall be] two tenth deals of
fine flour mingled with oil
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Matthew Henry
On Leviticus 23:4–14
17th Century
Minister
The feast of the Passover was to continue seven days; not idle days, spent in sport, as many who are called Christians spend their holy days. Offer…