Exodus 13:12

That 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.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Exodus 13:12

BSB
you are to present to the LORD the firstborn male of every womb. All the firstborn males of your livestock belong to the LORD.
AKJV
That you shall set apart to the LORD all that opens the matrix, and every firstling that comes of a beast which you have; the males shall be the LORD's.
CPDV
then you shall set aside for the Lord all that opens the womb and all that is first to go forth among your cattle. Whatever you will have of the male sex, you shall consecrate to the Lord.
ERV
that thou shalt set apart unto the LORD all that openeth the womb, and every firstling which thou hast that cometh of a beast; the males shall be the LORD'S.
NHEB
that you shall set apart to the LORD all that opens the womb, and every firstborn which you have that comes from an animal. The males shall be the LORD's.
SMT
And thou madest pass over all bursting open the womb, to Jehovah; and every one bursting forth young of the quadruped which shall be to thee; the males are to Jehovah.

Commentary for Exodus 13:12

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Overview of Exodus 13:12
Summary
Firstborn animals must be dedicated to deity
Event
Firstlings dedicated
Estimated Time Period
c. 1300 BC
Category
Ritual