Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
All that openeth the matrix is mine; and every firstling among thy cattle, whether ox or sheep, that is male.
Bible References
Openeth
Exodus 13:2
"Sanctify unto me all the firstborn that open all manner matrices among the children of Israel, as well of men as of beasts: for they are mine."
Exodus 22:29
Thy fruits, whether they be dry or moist, see thou keep not back. Thy firstborn son thou shalt give me:
Numbers 18:15
All that breaketh the matrix of all flesh that men bring unto the LORD, both of man and beast, shall be thine. Neverthelater, the firstborn of man shall be redeemed, and the firstborn of unclean beasts shall be redeemed.
Ezekiel 44:30
The firstlings of all the first fruits, and all free will offerings shall be the priest's. Ye shall give unto the priest also the firstlings of your dough, that God may prosper the residue.
Luke 2:23
As it is written in the law of the Lord, "Every man child that first openeth the matrix, shall be called holy to the Lord":