There is no consensus amongst theologians on the correct meaning of this offering which can either be translated 'peace' or 'fellowship' offering. It would seem to be a sacrifice for peace (shalom) and fellowship with God and one's fellow man, who would be present to eat the resultant barbecue with the one offering the sacrifice.
The sacrifice could either be a bull, cow, sheep or goat without defect. The owner would put his hand on the animal's head prior to slaughtering it at the entrance to the tabernacle and then its blood would be sprinkled on the sides of the altar. Following this the fat around the kidneys, liver and loins would be burnt on the altar. All the fat is the Lord's. As I understand it this ritual would then be followed by a good 'fellowship' barbecue with the sacrifice's proponent's invited guests and families. (See further G. J. Wenham further on this)
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