Leviticus 3:12 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And if his offering be a goat, then he shall offer it before the LORD.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And if someone's offering is a goat, then they should present it before the LORD.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse is explaining that when someone brings a goat as their sacrifice to God, they must present it properly in God's presence.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of the detailed instructions God gave Moses about peace offerings, which were sacrifices expressing gratitude, devotion, or fellowship with God. In ancient Israel's sacrificial system, people could bring cattle, sheep, or goats as peace offerings. These sacrifices were made at the tabernacle (and later the temple) where God's presence dwelt among His people.

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