Leviticus 1:9 cpdv — the intestines and feet having been washed with water. And the priest shall burn them on the altar as a holocaust and a…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"the intestines and feet having been washed with water. And the priest shall burn them on the altar as a holocaust and as a sweet odor to the Lord. "

— Leviticus 1:9, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Leviticus 1 — Context

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And having pulled away the skin of the victim, they shall cut up the joints into pieces,

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and they shall toss fire under the altar, having arranged beforehand a stack of wood.

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And they shall lay the parts which are cut up in order upon it: namely, the head, and all the things that adjoin to the liver,

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the intestines and feet having been washed with water. And the priest shall burn them on the altar as a holocaust and as a sweet odor to the Lord.

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But if the offering is from the flocks, a holocaust either of sheep or goats, he shall offer a male without blemish.

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And he shall immolate it at the side of the altar which looks out toward the north, in the sight of the Lord. Yet truly, the sons of Aaron shall pour its blood upon the altar all around.

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And they shall divide the limbs, the head, and everything that adjoins to the liver. And they shall place them on the wood, under which the fire is to be thrown.

Leviticus 1:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 1:9 say?
Leviticus 1:9 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “the intestines and feet having been washed with water. And the priest shall burn them on the altar as a holocaust and as a sweet odor to the Lord. ”
Where is Leviticus 1:9 in the Bible?
Leviticus 1:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 1, verse 9.
Who wrote Leviticus?
Leviticus is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Leviticus about?
Leviticus is Israel's handbook for holy living in the presence of a holy God. It details the sacrificial system, priestly duties, dietary and purity laws, and the festivals — all teaching that sin requires atonement and that God's people are called to be set apart.
What are the major themes of Leviticus?
Leviticus explores themes including Holiness, Sacrifice, Atonement, Priesthood, Purity. These themes shape the meaning and context of Leviticus 1:9.
What translation should I read Leviticus 1:9 in?
Leviticus 1:9 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Leviticus 1:9?
Leviticus 1:9 reads (CPDV): “the intestines and feet having been washed with water. And the priest shall burn them on the altar as a holocaust and as a sweet odor to the Lord. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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