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If any of the flesh of the sacrifice of his peace-offerings be eaten on the third day, it shall not be accepted, neither shall it be imputed to him who offers it: it shall be an abomination, and the soul who eats of it shall bear his iniquity.
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A Mandate for Generosity
Commentators suggest the three-day limit was not just practical but also spiritual. It discouraged a "sordid and niggardly disposition" by compelling the offerer to share the sacrificial meal generously and quickly, especially with the poor. This act of sharing reflected the gratitude inherent in a peace offering.
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Leviticus
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18th Century
Presbyterian
It was proper that the sacrificial meat should not be polluted by any sign of decay. But the exclusion of a spirit of stinginess may also have prov…
19th Century
Anglican
And if any of the flesh ... be eaten. — The owner of the sacrifice was responsible for the proper observance of this inst…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And if any of the flesh of his peace offerings be eaten at all on the third day Any p…
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