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Jealousy offering

The name of the offering the husband was to bring when he charged his wife with adultery (Num. 5:11-15).

In the Bible

2

Verses where Jealousy offering is named. Berean Standard Bible (public domain).

  • Numbers 5:18

    After the priest has the woman stand before the LORD, he is to let down her hair and place in her hands the grain offering of memorial, which is the grain offering for jealousy. The priest is to hold the bitter water that brings a curse.

  • Numbers 5:25

    The priest shall take from her hand the grain offering for jealousy, wave it before the LORD, and bring it to the altar.

Scripture on Jealousy offering

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Sources · Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)

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