Leviticus 14:20 Meaning and Explanation
“And the priest shall offer the burnt offering and the meat offering upon the altar: and the priest shall make an atonement for him, and he shall be clean.”
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Read Full Chapter →The priest presents the burnt offering and meal offering on the altar, and the atonement is complete.
The Context of Leviticus 14:20
With the final offering, the person's cleansing is officially and completely finished.
What Does Leviticus 14:20 Mean?
The altar was where God met the people. Ascending the burnt offering there represented the person's full restoration to covenant standing. The priest's action, repeated now at the holy place, placed the person's restoration before God in the most solemn way.
The declaration 'he shall be clean' closed the entire process. The person was no longer isolated, no longer under the restrictions of uncleanness, no longer separated from worship. They were fully reintegrated—not just cleaned but sanctified.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 14:20
What does Leviticus 14:20 mean?
The priest presents the burnt offering and meal offering on the altar, and the atonement is complete.
What is the context of Leviticus 14:20?
With the final offering, the person's cleansing is officially and completely finished.