Leviticus 5:7

Afrikaans 1933/1953

Maar as hy nie 'n stuk kleinvee kan bekostig nie, moet hy as boete vir wat hy gesondig het, twee tortelduiwe of twee jong duiwe aan die HERE bring, een as sondoffer en een as brandoffer;

What Does This Mean?

This verse is about what to do if someone cannot afford a lamb as an offering for their sin. Instead, they can bring two turtledoves or two young pigeons to God, one for a sin offering and the other for a burnt offering. It shows God's consideration for those who cannot afford more expensive offerings.

Explained for Children

Imagine you broke a toy and wanted to say sorry. If you couldn't buy a big gift, you could still say sorry by giving two small toys. This verse shows that God understands when we can't do big things and still accepts our small efforts to make things right.

Historical Background

Leviticus was written by Moses around 1400 BCE. This verse was part of instructions for the Israelites on how to worship God, especially those who could not afford to offer more expensive sacrifices.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, if someone feels they don't have enough to offer God or make amends for a mistake, this verse reminds us that even small gestures are accepted. For example, if you cannot afford to give a large donation to a charity, a smaller amount is still valuable.

Topics

• sacrifice
• forgiveness
• worship
• poverty
• atonement
• sin

Related Verses

• Leviticus 14:22
• Luke 2:24
• Matthew 23:23
• Hebrews 10:1-18
• 1 John 1:9

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this verse teach about God's accessibility?

This verse shows God's accessibility and compassion, allowing those who cannot afford expensive offerings to still approach Him with a humble offering.

How does this relate to modern worship?

Today, it reminds us that God values sincere offerings, regardless of their size or cost, showing that we can approach God with whatever we have.

What is the significance of the two birds?

The two birds represent a sin offering and a burnt offering, symbolizing both repentance and dedication to God, showing a complete act of worship.

How does this relate to the concept of atonement?

This verse is part of the broader theme of atonement in the Old Testament, showing how sacrifices were a means of making amends and restoring relationship with God.