Meaning
Firstfruits are the first portion of a harvest or produce presented to the LORD.
Biblical Usage
In Scripture, the firstfruits were presented to the LORD according to God’s commandments.
They are mentioned in connection with offerings, feasts, agricultural produce, and later in the New Testament.
Key References
- Exodus 23:19
- Leviticus 23:9-20
- Numbers 18:12-13
- Deuteronomy 26:1-11
- Proverbs 3:9
- Romans 8:23
- 1 Corinthians 15:20-23
- James 1:18
Related Terms
- Offering
- Wave Offering
- Feast of Weeks
- Harvest