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What Does Ezekiel 43:27 Mean?

Ezekiel 43:27 in the King James Version says “And when these days are expired, it shall be, that upon the eighth day, and so forward, the priests shall make your burn...” — study this verse from Ezekiel chapter 43 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

“And when these days are expired, it shall be, that upon the eighth day, and so forward, the priests shall make your burnt offerings upon the altar, and your peace offerings; and I will accept you, saith the Lord GOD. peace: or, thank offerings”

Ezekiel 43:27 · KJV

Peace

Context

25

Seven days shalt thou prepare every day a goat for a sin offering: they shall also prepare a young bullock, and a ram out of the flock, without blemish.

26

Seven days shall they purge the altar and purify it; and they shall consecrate themselves . consecrate: Heb. fill their hands

27

And when these days are expired, it shall be, that upon the eighth day, and so forward, the priests shall make your burnt offerings upon the altar, and your peace offerings; and I will accept you, saith the Lord GOD. peace: or, thank offerings

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Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
And when these days are expired, it shall be, that upon the eighth day, and so forward—After seven-day consecration, וְהָיָה בַּיּוֹם הַשְּׁמִינִי (wĕhāyāh bayyôm hashshĕmînî, 'and it shall be on the eighth day') וָהָלְאָה (wāhālĕʾāh, 'and onward')—regular worship begins.

The priests shall make your burnt offerings upon the altar, and your peace offerings—עֹלוֹתֵיכֶם (ʿōlôtêkhem, 'your burnt offerings') and שַׁלְמֵיכֶם (shalmêkhem, 'your peace offerings'). Burnt offerings (total dedication) and peace offerings (fellowship with God) resume. And I will accept you, saith the Lord GOD—וְרָצִיתִי אֶתְכֶם (wĕrāṣîtî ʾetkhem, 'and I will accept you'). The goal of consecration: divine acceptance. God's pleasure in worship, made possible by atonement, is worship's ultimate purpose. Christ's sacrifice secured permanent acceptance (Ephesians 1:6); believers offer spiritual sacrifices (praise, good works) that please God (Hebrews 13:15-16).

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Historical & Cultural Context

The eighth day (after seven-day consecration) signified new beginning—seen in circumcision (Genesis 17:12), priestly ordination (Leviticus 9:1), and cleansing rituals (Leviticus 14:10). Ezekiel's vision continues this pattern. Theologically, eight represents resurrection (Jesus rose on first day of new week, day eight of Passion week), new creation, and eternal life. Regular worship beginning on day eight points to eternal worship in new creation.

Reflection Questions

  1. What does the 'eighth day' symbolize in Scripture (new beginning, resurrection)?
  2. How does God's acceptance (v. 27) relate to justification by faith?
  3. What 'spiritual sacrifices' do New Testament believers offer (Hebrews 13:15-16, Romans 12:1)?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 20 words
וִֽיכַלּ֖וּ1 of 20

“are expired”

H3615

to end, whether intransitive (to cease, be finished, perish) or transitive (to complete, prepare, consume)

אֶת2 of 20
H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

בַיּ֨וֹם3 of 20

“And when these days”

H3117

a day (as the warm hours), whether literal (from sunrise to sunset, or from one sunset to the next), or figurative (a space of time defined by an asso

וְהָיָה֩4 of 20
H1961

to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)

בַיּ֨וֹם5 of 20

“And when these days”

H3117

a day (as the warm hours), whether literal (from sunrise to sunset, or from one sunset to the next), or figurative (a space of time defined by an asso

הַשְּׁמִינִ֜י6 of 20

“it shall be that upon the eighth”

H8066

eight

וָהָ֗לְאָה7 of 20

“and so forward”

H1973

to the distance, i.e., far away; also (of time) thus far

יַעֲשׂ֨וּ8 of 20

“shall make”

H6213

to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application

הַכֹּהֲנִ֤ים9 of 20

“the priests”

H3548

literally one officiating, a priest; also (by courtesy) an acting priest (although a layman)

עַל10 of 20
H5921

above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications

הַמִּזְבֵּ֙חַ֙11 of 20

“upon the altar”

H4196

an altar

אֶת12 of 20
H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

עוֹלֽוֹתֵיכֶם֙13 of 20

“your burnt offerings”

H5930

a step or (collectively, stairs, as ascending); usually a holocaust (as going up in smoke)

וְאֶת14 of 20
H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

שַׁלְמֵיכֶ֔ם15 of 20

“and your peace offerings”

H8002

properly, requital, i.e., a (voluntary) sacrifice in thanks

וְרָצִ֣אתִי16 of 20

“and I will accept”

H7521

to be pleased with; specifically, to satisfy a debt

אֶתְכֶ֔ם17 of 20
H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

נְאֻ֖ם18 of 20

“you saith”

H5002

an oracle

אֲדֹנָ֥י19 of 20

“the Lord”

H136

the lord (used as a proper name of god only)

יְהוִֹֽה׃20 of 20

“GOD”

H3069

god

Study Guide

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of Ezekiel. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

Ezekiel 43:27 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

Cross-References

Verses related to Ezekiel 43:27 from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Leviticus 9:11 Peter 2:5Job 42:8Hosea 8:13Romans 12:1Leviticus 17:5

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