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Leviticus 22:20

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
But whatsoever hath a blemish, that shall ye not offer: for it shall not be acceptable for you.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

But don't offer anything that has a defect or flaw, because it won't be acceptable to God.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is teaching that only perfect, unblemished animals should be brought as sacrifices because anything less would not be acceptable to Him.

📚 Historical Context

In ancient Israel, God gave Moses specific instructions for the priests regarding sacrifices in the Tabernacle, emphasizing the need for offerings to be pure and undefiled as a reflection of His holiness. This verse is part of a broader set of laws in Leviticus that ensured the Israelites approached God with the best they had, symbolizing their commitment to His standards and maintaining the sanctity of worship. These regulations helped distinguish the Israelites as a holy people set apart for God's purposes.

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