And he shall take of the congregation of the children of Israel two kids of the goats for a sin offering, and one ram for a burnt offering.
He shall receive from the community of Israel two young goats for a sin offering and one ram for a burnt offering.
The writer is describing the specific animals that the high priest must take from the Israelite community to perform the sacred offerings on the Day of Atonement.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of God's instructions for the Day of Atonement (Yom Kippur), the most solemn holy day in the Jewish calendar when the high priest would make atonement for the sins of all Israel. These animal sacrifices were central to the Old Testament system of worship, serving as substitutes to pay the penalty for sin. The ceremony took place once a year in the wilderness tabernacle and later in the temple in Jerusalem.
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