Numbers 29:22 Meaning and Explanation
“And one goat for a sin offering; beside the continual burnt offering, and his meat offering, and his drink offering.”
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Read Full Chapter →A sin offering of one goat accompanies the third day's burned offerings.
The Context of Numbers 29:22
The sin offering for the third day of Sukkot.
What Does Numbers 29:22 Mean?
The consistency of daily sin offerings throughout Sukkot reinforced that no day of celebration exempted Israel from acknowledging sin or needing atonement. This regular return to the reality of human limitation kept the festival grounded in truth.
The single goat each day maintained an elegant balance: abundant bulls and lambs for the joyful burnt offering, but a simple, direct sin offering acknowledging the people's fallen nature. This proportioning reflected wise pastoral care for the people's spiritual wholeness.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 29:22
What does Numbers 29:22 mean?
A sin offering of one goat accompanies the third day's burned offerings.
What is the context of Numbers 29:22?
The sin offering for the third day of Sukkot.