Source Text: Leviticus 7:11-15
Target Text: Leviticus 3:5
Confidence: B - Probable
Source: Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Reference Type: Allusion
Connection Method(s): Longitudinal Theme
Subject: Peace offering pleasing aroma developed in thanksgiving offering regulations
Explanation: Leviticus 3:5 describes the peace offering's fat portions as a "pleasing aroma" to YHWH. Leviticus 7:11-15 expands this category, distinguishing the thanksgiving offering as a subcategory of peace offerings. The connection shows that peace offerings—expressing fellowship and gratitude—also produce the pleasing aroma, extending this motif beyond burnt offerings (total consecration) to include communion sacrifices. This broadens the scope of acceptable worship while maintaining the consistent requirement of blood sacrifice and proper ritual for divine acceptance.
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