But the soul that doeth ought presumptuously, whether he be born in the land, or a stranger, the same reproacheth the LORD; and that soul shall be cut off from among his people.
But anyone who sins defiantly and arrogantly, whether they are a native citizen or a foreigner, insults the LORD; and that person will be completely removed from their community.
This verse warns that deliberate, defiant sin against God—regardless of someone's background—brings serious consequences and separation from the community.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from God's instructions to Moses about sacrifices for unintentional sins versus deliberate rebellion. In ancient Israel, being 'cut off' from the people meant losing all community support, religious participation, and often resulted in death, as survival outside the community was nearly impossible. The distinction between unintentional mistakes and presumptuous sin was crucial in Israel's legal and religious system.
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