And the other lamb thou shalt offer at even, and shalt do thereto according to the meat offering of the morning, and according to the drink offering thereof, for a sweet savour, an offering made by fire unto the LORD.

EXODUS 29:41KJV
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Exodus 29:41 (KJV)

What does Exodus 29:41 mean?

Exodus 29:41 instructs that a second lamb should be offered in the evening, using the same kind of grain and drink offerings as were given with the morning sacrifice, as a pleasing offering burned for the LORD. This verse describes part of the daily routine for Israel’s priests, emphasizing regular worship through these sacrifices.

God is speaking to Moses, giving detailed instructions for the daily offerings that the priests are to perform on behalf of the people of Israel. The verse highlights that the evening sacrifice should mirror the morning one, using the same elements and procedures. This regular pattern shows the importance of continual dedication and service to God in the life of Israel.

The Hebrew behind Exodus 29:41

  • "Even" (עֶרֶב, ʿerev): This word means "evening," marking the time for the second daily sacrifice. The use of this word shows that worship was meant to bookend the day, not just be a one-time event.
  • "Sweet" (נִיחוֹחַ, nîḥōaḥ) and "savour" (רֵיחַ, rēaḥ): Together, these words mean a "pleasing aroma." In the ancient context, this phrase signals that the offering is accepted and welcomed by God, not about the literal smell but about God's approval.
  • "Offering" (מִנְחָה, minḥāh): This refers to the grain offering that accompanied the lamb. It was not just about animal sacrifice; the grain and drink offerings were important parts of the ritual, showing thankfulness and dependence on God.

Why Exodus 29:41 matters

  • Exodus 29:41 clarifies that the evening sacrifice was just as important as the morning one, showing that worship and dedication to God were to be ongoing, not limited to a single time of day.
  • The verse ties the daily offerings together, emphasizing consistency and faithfulness in Israel’s relationship with God.
  • By repeating the instructions for both morning and evening, Exodus 29:41 highlights the completeness of the priests’ service and the continual need for atonement and gratitude.

Where else these words appear

“sweet” Hebrew H5207 · used in 43 verses

  • Genesis 8:21 And the LORD smelled a sweet savour; and the LORD said in his heart, I will not again curse the ground any more for man's sake; for the imagination of man's heart is evil from his youth; neither will I again smite any more every thing living, as I have done.
  • Leviticus 8:21 And he washed the inwards and the legs in water; and Moses burnt the whole ram upon the altar: it was a burnt sacrifice for a sweet savour, and an offering made by fire unto the LORD; as the LORD commanded Moses.
  • Numbers 28:6 It is a continual burnt offering, which was ordained in mount Sinai for a sweet savour, a sacrifice made by fire unto the LORD.

“savour” Hebrew H7381 · used in 55 verses

  • Genesis 8:21 And the LORD smelled a sweet savour; and the LORD said in his heart, I will not again curse the ground any more for man's sake; for the imagination of man's heart is evil from his youth; neither will I again smite any more every thing living, as I have done.
  • Leviticus 17:6 And the priest shall sprinkle the blood upon the altar of the LORD at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation, and burn the fat for a sweet savour unto the LORD.
  • Numbers 29:6 Beside the burnt offering of the month, and his meat offering, and the daily burnt offering, and his meat offering, and their drink offerings, according unto their manner, for a sweet savour, a sacrifice made by fire unto the LORD.

“offering” Hebrew H5262 · used in 62 verses

  • Genesis 35:14 And Jacob set up a pillar in the place where he talked with him, even a pillar of stone: and he poured a drink offering thereon, and he poured oil thereon.
  • Numbers 28:31 Ye shall offer them beside the continual burnt offering, and his meat offering,(they shall be unto you without blemish) and their drink offerings.
  • 2 Kings 16:15 And king Ahaz commanded Urijah the priest, saying, Upon the great altar burn the morning burnt offering, and the evening meat offering, and the king's burnt sacrifice, and his meat offering, with the burnt offering of all the people of the land, and their meat offering, and their drink offerings; and sprinkle upon it all the blood of the burnt offering, and all the blood of the sacrifice: and the brasen altar shall be for me to enquire by.

“fire” Hebrew H801 · used in 64 verses

  • Exodus 29:18 And thou shalt burn the whole ram upon the altar: it is a burnt offering unto the LORD: it is a sweet savour, an offering made by fire unto the LORD.
  • Leviticus 6:18 All the males among the children of Aaron shall eat of it. It shall be a statute for ever in your generations concerning the offerings of the LORD made by fire: every one that toucheth them shall be holy.
  • Leviticus 24:7 And thou shalt put pure frankincense upon each row, that it may be on the bread for a memorial, even an offering made by fire unto the LORD.