KJV ORIGINAL
And he shall offer the one of the turtledoves, or of the young pigeons, such as he can get;
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Then he shall offer one of the turtledoves or young pigeons—whichever he can afford to buy.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is providing a way for people to worship and be cleansed according to their financial ability, showing that worship is accessible to everyone regardless of wealth.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of the detailed purification ritual for someone who had been healed of leprosy (a serious skin disease). In ancient Israel, different animals were required for various sacrifices, but God provided alternatives like doves or pigeons for those who couldn't afford more expensive offerings like lambs.
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