1. Leviticus 1:10 (ESV)
  2. Exposition

What does the smaller animal signify?

Leviticus 1:10 (ESV)

10 “If his gift for a burnt offering is from the flock, from the sheep or goats, he shall bring a male without blemish,

The smaller animals from the flock reflect the lower economic status of the worshippers. Nevertheless, these smaller animals must also be without blemish.

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