Bible Dictionary
Free-will offering
A free-will offering was a voluntary gift or sacrifice presented without being required by a vow or imposed as punishment for an offense. It expressed willing devotion and generosity toward God’s worship.
Definition
A free-will offering was a spontaneous gift or voluntary sacrifice presented without being required by a vow or imposed as expiation for an offense. It expressed willing devotion and generosity toward God’s worship.
Biblical Usage
Free-will offerings appear as voluntary gifts and sacrifices given in connection with Israel’s worship and the restoration of the temple.
Scripture References
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
A spontaneous gift (Ex. 35:29), a voluntary sacrifice (Lev. 22:23; Ezra 3:5), as opposed to one in consequence of a vow, or in expiation of some offence.