Leviticus 4:31 Meaning and Explanation
“And he shall take away all the fat thereof, as the fat of the lamb is taken away from the sacrifice of the peace offerings; and the priest shall burn them upon the altar, according to the offerings made by fire unto the LORD: and the priest shall make an atonement for him, and it shall be forgiven him.”
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Read Full Chapter →The priest burns the fat and makes atonement, resulting in the common person's forgiveness.
The Context of Leviticus 4:31
The priest completes the common person's atonement ritual.
What Does Leviticus 4:31 Mean?
The removal and burning of the fat completes the common person's sin offering. The comparison to peace offering procedures again demonstrates the unity of priestly technique across the sacrificial system.
The declaration 'it shall be forgiven him' affirms that the common person receives complete atonement and forgiveness through the prescribed offering. Social position does not diminish or enhance the power of atonement; God's forgiveness operates uniformly across the covenant community.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 4:31
What does Leviticus 4:31 mean?
The priest burns the fat and makes atonement, resulting in the common person's forgiveness.
What is the context of Leviticus 4:31?
The priest completes the common person's atonement ritual.