Numbers 29:19

French (BDS) 2015 (La Bible du Semeur 2015)

Vous immolerez aussi un bouc en sacrifice pour le péché, tout ceci en plus de l’holocauste perpétuel, de l’offrande et des libations qui l’accompagnent.

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Numbers 29:19 instructs that one goat kid is to be offered as a sin offering, in addition to the regular daily offerings, which include a burnt offering, a grain offering, and a drink offering. The instructions are part of a larger set of sacrificial rituals.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a favorite toy that you accidentally broke. In the same way, people in the old times had to offer a goat as a way to say sorry to God for their mistakes. This was a special offering, but they also had to give other gifts every day to show how much they cared about God.

Historical Background

The book of Numbers was written by Moses around 1400 B.C., detailing the laws and rituals God gave to the Israelites. This particular verse is part of a set of instructions for sacrifices to be made during the Feast of Tabernacles, reflecting the cultural practices of the time where animal sacrifices were central to religious observance.

Living It Out Today

In modern terms, this verse reminds us of the importance of acknowledging our mistakes and seeking forgiveness, much like the Israelites did through their sacrifices. It can be compared to making amends with someone when you’ve hurt them, showing that our actions have consequences and require a response.

Topics

• sacrifice
• sin
• atonement
• daily worship
• religious rituals
• forgiveness

Related Verses

• Leviticus 4:27-31
• Leviticus 5:6
• Leviticus 16:5
• Hebrews 10:1-4
• John 1:29

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the purpose of the continual burnt offering?

The continual burnt offering was a daily sacrifice that represented a constant offering to God, symbolizing the Israelites' ongoing dedication and worship.

Why was a kid of the goats used as a sin offering?

The goat kid was used as a sin offering to atone for the people's sins. The goat's innocence and sacrifice represented the need for atonement for the community.

How does this relate to Jesus?

In the New Testament, Jesus is often referred to as the ultimate sacrifice for sin, fulfilling the role of the animal sacrifices by offering himself for the sins of humanity.

What does the 'meat offering' refer to?

The meat offering, or grain offering, was a sacrifice made from flour, oil, and frankincense. It was a tribute to God and was offered alongside the burnt offerings and sin offerings.