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Leviticus 4:14

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
When the sin, which they have sinned against it, is known, then the congregation shall offer a young bullock for the sin, and bring him before the tabernacle of the congregation.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

When the sin that they committed becomes known, then the whole community must offer a young bull as a sacrifice for their sin, and bring it to the entrance of the meeting tent.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse explains that when a community realizes they've sinned together, they must bring a young bull as a sacrifice to make things right with God.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of the detailed sacrificial laws God gave to Moses for the Israelites after they left Egypt. The tabernacle was the portable worship center where God's presence dwelt among His people during their wilderness journey. These sin offerings were essential because they provided a way for the community to restore their relationship with God when they had unknowingly violated His commands.

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