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Book of Numbers - Chapter 7 - Verse 69

7:69
One young bullock, one ram, one lamb of the first year, for a burnt offering:

Meaning

In this verse from the Bible, the offering of one young bullock, one ram, and one lamb of the first year for a burnt offering signifies the act of sacrifice and worship in the Old Testament. The burnt offering was a common form of sacrifice where the entire animal was burned on the altar as a pleasing aroma to the Lord. This act symbolized the surrender and dedication of the worshipper to God, as well as the atonement for sin. The young bullock, ram, and lamb of the first year were required to be without blemish, representing purity and innocence. By offering these animals, the worshipper was demonstrating their faith and obedience to God's commands. This practice was integral to the religious customs of the Israelites and served as a way to seek forgiveness and reconciliation with God.

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