Leviticus 14:30 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And he shall offer the one of the turtledoves, or of the young pigeons, such as he can get;

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Then he shall offer one of the turtledoves or young pigeons, whichever he can afford to buy.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is providing a way for people to worship and be cleansed according to their financial ability, showing that worship is accessible to everyone regardless of wealth.

📚 Historical Context

In the ancient Israelite community, God gave Moses detailed laws for purifying individuals healed from diseases like leprosy, which required specific animal sacrifices to restore them to fellowship with the community. This verse specifies that a person could offer a turtledove or a young pigeon as an affordable alternative, ensuring that even the poor could fulfill the ritual without financial burden. It highlights God's compassionate provision for social equity in religious practices.

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And two turtledoves or two young pigeons, whatever he can afford; one will be used as a sin offering, and the other as a burnt offering.

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And if someone wants to bring a burnt offering to the LORD using birds, then they should bring either turtledoves or young pigeons.

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