Leviticus 3:12 Meaning and Explanation
“And if his offering be a goat, then he shall offer it before the LORD.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →A goat is also an acceptable peace offering before the Lord.
The Context of Leviticus 3:12
The peace offering protocol extends a third time, now to the goat.
What Does Leviticus 3:12 Mean?
Goats, like sheep, were valuable livestock in agrarian Israel—sources of milk, meat, hair, and hides. Including them in the peace offering again broadened access across economic classes. A worshiper might bring a goat because it was what he owned or could afford, yet it was no less acceptable to God than a choice bull or lamb.
The simplicity of this verse—'before the LORD'—echoes the fundamental principle: God's acceptance depends not on the offering's rarity or cost but on the sincerity and availability of the worshiper's gift.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 3:12
What does Leviticus 3:12 mean?
A goat is also an acceptable peace offering before the Lord.
What is the context of Leviticus 3:12?
The peace offering protocol extends a third time, now to the goat.