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The Priests' Appointed Share
Multiple commentators, including Albert Barnes and Charles Ellicott, clarify that the phrase "portion of the anointing" is better translated as the "appointed share." This refers to the specific parts of the peace offerings, like the breast and shoulder, that God designated as the priests' provision for their service.
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Leviticus
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Albert Barnes
On Leviticus 7:35
18th Century
Theologian
The portion of the anointing ... — Rather, the appointed share of Aaron and of his sons.
Charles Ellicott
On Leviticus 7:35
19th Century
Bishop
This is the portion of the anointing of Aaron and of the anointing of his sons. —Better, this is the share of Aaron a…
John Gill
On Leviticus 7:35
17th Century
Pastor
This [is the portion] of the anointing of Aaron
Of his being anointed to the priestly office; this is the part allot…
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Matthew Henry
On Leviticus 7:35–38
17th Century
Minister
Solemn acts of religious worship are not things that we may do or not do as we please; we omit them at our peril. Observing the laws of Christ cann…