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12That thou shalt set apart unto the LORD all that openeth the matrix, and every firstling that cometh of a beast which thou hast; the males shall be the LORD'S.
Exodus 13:12 —
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Matthew Henry
(vv. 11-16)Here we have, I. Further directions concerning the dedicating of their firstborn to God. 1. The firstlings of their cattle were to be dedicated to God, as part of their possessions. Those of clean beasts—calves, lambs, and kids—if males, were to be sacrificed, Exod. 22:30 ; Num. 18:17 , 18 . Those of unclean beasts, as colts, were to be redeemed with a lamb, or knocked on the head. For whatsoever ...
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