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Exodus 29:38-43

The Pulpit Commentary on Exodus 29:38-43

The Pulpit Commentary · Joseph S. Exell and contributors · Public domain

The daily burnt-offering.

Symbol of consecration of life of the nation.

1. Offered at morn and even.

2. Continually.

3. With meat-offering-Medication of life in its practical activities.—J.O.

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