Leviticus 14:30

Arabic Bible AVDDV 1999 (الكتاب المقدس (تخفيف تشكيل))

ثُمَّ يَعمَلُ واحِدَةً مِنَ اليَمامَتَينِ أو مِنْ فرخَيِ الحَمامِ، مِمّا تنالُ يَدُهُ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Leviticus talks about a person offering a sacrifice, specifically a turtledove or a young pigeon, depending on what they can afford. It's part of the instructions given by God for purification rituals. The key message is about making an offering according to one's ability.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have to give a gift to your friend, but you don't have much money. This verse is like saying, 'It's okay to give a small gift as long as it's the best you can do.' Here, people were asked to offer a bird, a turtledove or a young pigeon, as a way to say sorry or thank you to God.

Historical Background

Leviticus was written by Moses around 1400 BC. The audience was the Israelites, the people of God, and it was given as part of the covenant between God and His people. The cultural setting was one where animal sacrifices were central to worship and purification rituals.

Living It Out Today

In today's context, this verse reminds us that our offerings to God should be from the heart and according to our ability. For example, if someone is struggling financially, God values their sincere effort to give what they can, rather than what others can afford to give.

Topics

• sacrifice
• purification
• offering
• faith
• humility
• God's grace

Related Verses

• Deuteronomy 15:11
• 1 Samuel 15:22
• Psalm 51:16-17
• Matthew 6:2
• Romans 12:1

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the verse mention turtledoves and young pigeons?

These birds were commonly used as offerings because they were affordable and readily available, making them suitable for sacrifices regardless of one's wealth.

Is the offering mentioned in this verse still practiced today?

Today, literal animal sacrifices are not practiced in most Christian denominations. Instead, the principle of offering is often interpreted as giving of oneself or one's resources in service to God.

How does this verse relate to the idea of sacrifice in Christianity?

This verse emphasizes the concept of sacrifice as an act of faith and devotion, regardless of the size or cost. In Christianity, this is often applied to the idea of giving one's best to God in all aspects of life.

What does it mean to offer 'such as he can get'?

This phrase means that the offering should be made according to one's ability, highlighting the importance of sincerity and effort over the material value of the offering itself.