Numbers 29:31

Numbers 29:31 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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A young goat is offered for sin on the sixth day of Sukkot.

The Context of Numbers 29:31

The sin offering for the sixth day of Sukkot.

What Does Numbers 29:31 Mean?

One more day of the seven-day festival remained after this offering, and the daily atonement continued steadfast. The rhythm of confession and forgiveness had shaped each day of the celebration, grounding it in spiritual realism.

The consistency of daily sin offerings demonstrated that no amount of external celebration could displace the inner necessity of standing clean before God. This balance kept Israel's worship both joyful and humble.

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What does Numbers 29:31 mean?

A young goat is offered for sin on the sixth day of Sukkot.

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The sin offering for the sixth day of Sukkot.

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