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Command Aaron and his sons, saying, This is the law of the burnt offering: the burnt offering shall be on the hearth on the altar all night to the morning; and the fire of the altar shall be kept burning thereon.

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A Fire from Heaven

Commentators like Calvin and Henry note that the original fire on the altar was sent by God (Leviticus 9:24). The command to keep this specific fire perpetually burning ensured that every sacrifice was consumed by a heavenly flame, serving as a constant and visible token of God's divine acceptance of their worship.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Leviticus 6:9

18th Century

Theologian

Rather, This, the burnt-offering, shall be upon the fire on the altar all night until the morning. See Exodus 29:38-46, with the notes.

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Leviticus 6:9

19th Century

Bishop

It is the burnt offering, because of the burning upon the altar. — Better, This, the burnt offering, shall be…

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Leviticus 6:9

16th Century

Theologian

Command Aaron and his sons. He more clearly explains what might have seemed to be omitted. It is with good reason that he carefully enters…

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John Gill

John Gill

On Leviticus 6:9

17th Century

Pastor

Command Aaron and his sons
Who were nominated, selected, and appointed to the office, though not yet consecrated to …

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Leviticus 6:8–13

17th Century

Minister

The daily sacrifice of a lamb is chiefly referred to. The priest was to take care of the fire upon the altar. The first fire upon the altar came fr…