Leviticus 14:22 Meaning and Explanation
“And two turtledoves, or two young pigeons, such as he is able to get; and the one shall be a sin offering, and the other a burnt offering.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The poor person brings two birds instead of multiple lambs—one for the sin offering and one for the burnt offering.
The Context of Leviticus 14:22
Birds were the offering of the poor (Luke 2:24 uses this provision for Mary and Joseph).
What Does Leviticus 14:22 Mean?
Doves and young pigeons were the least expensive offerings. They appear throughout Leviticus as the provision for those who could not afford lambs. Jesus later lamented the money-changers in the temple who exploited the poor by overcharging for these birds (Matthew 21:12).
The function remained the same: sin covered, devotion offered, restoration complete. The form changed (birds instead of lambs), but the person's standing before God did not diminish. God's grace was not a commodity priced by economic class.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 14:22
What does Leviticus 14:22 mean?
The poor person brings two birds instead of multiple lambs—one for the sin offering and one for the burnt offering.
What is the context of Leviticus 14:22?
Birds were the offering of the poor (Luke 2:24 uses this provision for Mary and Joseph).