Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

And the cook took up the shoulder, and that which was upon it, and set it before Saul. And Samuel said, Behold that which is left! set it before thee, and eat: for unto this time hath it been kept for thee since I said, I have invited the people. So Saul did eat with Samuel that day.

Bible References

The shoulder

Leviticus 7:32
You are to give the right thigh to the priest as a contribution from your fellowship sacrifices.
Ezekiel 24:4
Place the pieces of meat in it,
every good piece—
thigh and shoulder.
Fill it with choice bones.

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