Speak unto the children of Israel, saying, If any man of you or of your posterity shall be unclean by reason of a dead body, or be in a journey afar off, yet he shall keep the passover unto the LORD.
Tell the people of Israel: If any of you or your descendants become ceremonially unclean because of contact with a dead body, or if you are traveling far away, you can still celebrate the Passover to honor the LORD.
God is showing mercy by allowing people who are ceremonially unclean or traveling to still participate in the important Passover celebration.
📚 Historical Context
This instruction was given during Israel's time in the wilderness after leaving Egypt. In Jewish law, touching a dead body made someone ceremonially unclean and unable to participate in religious festivals. God was addressing the practical reality that some people might miss the annual Passover due to circumstances beyond their control.
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