a spontaneous gift ( Exodus 35:29 ), a voluntary sacrifice ( Leviticus 22:23 ; Ezra 3:5 ), as opposed to one in consequence of a vow, or in expiation of some offence.
These dictionary topics are from M.G. Easton M.A., D.D., Illustrated Bible Dictionary, Third Edition, published by Thomas Nelson, 1897. Public Domain, copy freely.
Bibliography InformationEaston, Matthew George. "Entry for Free-will offering". "Easton's Bible Dictionary". .