Leviticus 4:32

Authorized King James Version

And if he bring a lamb for a sin offering, he shall bring it a female without blemish.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
וְאִם
used very widely as demonstrative, lo!; interrogative, whether?; or conditional, if, although; also oh that!, when; hence, as a negative, not
#2
כֶּ֛בֶשׂ
a lamb
a ram (just old enough to butt)
#3
יְבִיאֶֽנָּה׃
And if he bring
to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)
#4
קָרְבָּנ֖וֹ
offering
something brought near the altar, i.e., a sacrificial present
#5
לְחַטָּ֑את
for a sin
an offence (sometimes habitual sinfulness), and its penalty, occasion, sacrifice, or expiation; also (concretely) an offender
#6
נְקֵבָ֥ה
it a female
female (from the sexual form)
#7
תְמִימָ֖ה
without blemish
entire (literally, figuratively or morally); also (as noun) integrity, truth
#8
יְבִיאֶֽנָּה׃
And if he bring
to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Leviticus, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Leviticus.

Historical Context

The historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

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