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Fire shall be kept burning on the altar continually; it shall not go out.
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A Sign of Divine Acceptance
Commentators emphasize that this was not just any fire; it was originally kindled by God himself (Leviticus 9:24). By continually maintaining this heavenly flame, every sacrifice offered on the altar was consumed by a fire of divine origin, serving as a constant and visible token of God's acceptance of the people's worship.
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Leviticus
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The fire shall ever be burning—This was a symbol of the never-ceasing worship which Yahweh required of His people. It was essential…
19th Century
Anglican
The fire shall ever be burning. —This fire, which first came down from heaven (Leviticus 9:24), was to be con…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
The fire shall ever be burning upon the altar This was what first fell from heaven, (Leviticus 9:24) and…
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