Leviticus 16:5 meaning and explanation

And he shall take from the congregation of Israel two male goats for a sin offering and one ram for a burnt offering.

Leviticus 16:5, Berean Standard Bible

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The LORD is instructing Moses on the Day of Atonement, Israel's annual day of cleansing, and Aaron the high priest must receive these animals from the whole congregation. The two goats are a single sin offering, one sacrificed and one sent into the wilderness, while the ram is wholly burned on the altar.

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