Leviticus 4:32 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And if he bring a lamb for a sin offering, he shall bring it a female without blemish.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And if he brings a lamb as a sin offering, he must bring a female lamb that has no defects or flaws.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is establishing that when someone brings a lamb to make things right after sinning, it must be a perfect female lamb.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of God's detailed instructions to Moses about the sacrificial system for the Israelites. In ancient Israel, when people sinned, they could bring animal sacrifices to the tabernacle as a way to seek forgiveness and restore their relationship with God. The requirement for animals to be 'without blemish' emphasized that only the best should be offered to God.

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