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Καὶ πᾶσα θυσία ἀναπεποιημένη ἐν ἐλαίῳ καὶ μὴ ἀναπεποιημένη πᾶσι τοῖς υἱοῖς Ααρων ἔσται ἑκάστῳ τὸ ἴσον (Leviticus 7:10 LXX) A Ritual of Sharing: Syntax as Sacred Equity

Leviticus 7:10 LXX prescribes the priestly handling of grain offerings — whether mixed with oil or dry — and decrees their equal distribution among Aaron’s sons. Though brief, this verse hinges on two grammatical pillars: perfect participles and a distributive formula that encodes ritual equality. It is not just priestly regulation — it is grammar woven into justice.

Perfect Participles: Completed Preparation with Ongoing State

Two participles anchor the first half of the verse:

ἀναπεποιημένη — “having been prepared” or “having been mixed” μὴ ἀναπεποιημένη — “not having been prepared” Grammatical Analysis Both are perfect passive participles, feminine nominative singular, agreeing with θυσία (“sacrifice” or “offering”).… Learn Koine Greek