Numbers 28:22 Meaning and Explanation
“And one goat for a sin offering, to make an atonement for you.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →A goat is offered for sin atonement during the festival.
The Context of Numbers 28:22
Adding atonement through a sin offering.
What Does Numbers 28:22 Mean?
Even in the festival's joy, the sin offering remains essential. The people cannot celebrate without also addressing their need for forgiveness and cleansing. This pattern teaches that genuine joy before God is grounded in a clear conscience and restored relationship.
The phrase 'to make an atonement for you' emphasizes that atonement is not automatic but enacted through the prescribed sacrifice. The people's responsibility is to offer; the sacrifice does the work of covering and restoration.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 28:22
What does Numbers 28:22 mean?
A goat is offered for sin atonement during the festival.
What is the context of Numbers 28:22?
Adding atonement through a sin offering.