New International VersionThen he shall sacrifice the doves or the young pigeons, such as the person can afford,
New Living Translation“Then the priest will offer the two turtledoves or the two young pigeons, whichever the person can afford.
English Standard VersionAnd he shall offer, of the turtledoves or pigeons, whichever he can afford,
Berean Standard BibleThen he must sacrifice the turtledoves or young pigeons, whichever he can afford,
King James BibleAnd he shall offer the one of the turtledoves, or of the young pigeons, such as he can get;
New King James VersionAnd he shall offer one of the turtledoves or young pigeons, such as he can afford—
New American Standard BibleHe shall then offer one of the turtledoves or young doves, which are within his means.
NASB 1995“He shall then offer one of the turtledoves or young pigeons, which are within his means.
NASB 1977“He shall then offer one of the turtledoves or young pigeons, which are within his means.
Legacy Standard BibleHe shall then offer one of the turtledoves or young pigeons, which are within his means.
Amplified BibleThen he shall offer one of the turtledoves or young pigeons, which are within his means.
Christian Standard BibleHe is to then sacrifice one type of what he can afford, either the turtledoves or young pigeons,
Holman Christian Standard BibleHe must then sacrifice one type of what he can afford, either the turtledoves or young pigeons,
American Standard VersionAnd he shall offer one of the turtle-doves, or of the young pigeons, such as he is able to get,
English Revised VersionAnd he shall offer one of the turtledoves, or of the young pigeons, such as he is able to get;
GOD'S WORD® TranslationThen the one to be cleansed must take one of the mourning doves or pigeons (whichever he can afford),
Good News TranslationThen he shall offer one of the doves or pigeons
International Standard VersionThen he is to offer one of the turtledoves or the young pigeons, whichever he can afford.
NET Bible"He will then make one of the turtledoves or young pigeons, which are within his means,
New Heart English BibleHe shall offer one of the turtledoves, or of the young pigeons, such as he is able to afford,
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd he shall offer one of the turtle-doves, or of the young pigeons, such as he can get; Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThen he must sacrifice the turtledoves or young pigeons, whichever he can afford,
World English BibleHe shall offer one of the turtledoves, or of the young pigeons, which ever he is able to afford, Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd he has made one of the turtle-doves or of the young pigeons (from that which his hand reaches to,
Young's Literal Translation 'And he hath made the one of the turtle-doves, or of the young pigeons (from that which his hand reacheth to,
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd he did the one from the turtle-doves, or from the sons of the dove, from what his hand shall attain. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he shall offer a turtle, or young pigeon,
Catholic Public Domain VersionAnd he shall offer a turtledove or a young pigeon,
New American BibleThen, of the turtledoves or pigeons, such as the person can afford,
New Revised Standard VersionAnd he shall offer, of the turtledoves or pigeons such as he can afford, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd he shall offer one of the turtledoves or of the young pigeons such as he can afford;
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd he shall offer some pigeons or some young doves of anything that he has in his hands; OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And he shall offer one of the turtle-doves, or of the young pigeons, such as his means suffice for;
Brenton Septuagint TranslationAnd he shall offer one of the turtle-doves or of the young pigeons, as he can afford it,
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context Cleansing from Skin Diseases… 29The rest of the oil in his palm, the priest is to put on the head of the one to be cleansed, to make atonement for him before the LORD. 30Then he must sacrificethe turtledovesoryoungpigeons,whicheverhe can afford,31one as a sin offering and the other as a burnt offering, together with the grain offering. In this way the priest will make atonement before the LORD for the one to be cleansed.…
Cross References Leviticus 5:7If, however, he cannot afford a lamb, he may bring to the LORD as restitution for his sin two turtledoves or two young pigeons—one as a sin offering and the other as a burnt offering.
Leviticus 12:8But if she cannot afford a lamb, she shall bring two turtledoves or two young pigeons, one for a burnt offering and the other for a sin offering. Then the priest will make atonement for her, and she will be clean.’”
Leviticus 15:14-15On the eighth day he is to take two turtledoves or two young pigeons, come before the LORD at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting, and give them to the priest. / The priest is to sacrifice them, one as a sin offering and the other as a burnt offering. In this way the priest will make atonement for the man before the LORD because of his discharge.
Leviticus 1:14-17If, instead, one’s offering to the LORD is a burnt offering of birds, he is to present a turtledove or a young pigeon. / Then the priest shall bring it to the altar, twist off its head, and burn it on the altar; its blood should be drained out on the side of the altar. / And he is to remove the crop with its contents and throw it to the east side of the altar, in the place for ashes. ...
Numbers 6:10-11On the eighth day he must bring two turtledoves or two young pigeons to the priest at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. / And the priest is to offer one as a sin offering and the other as a burnt offering to make atonement for him, because he has sinned by being in the presence of the dead body. On that day he must consecrate his head again.
Luke 2:24and to offer the sacrifice specified in the Law of the Lord: “A pair of turtledoves or two young pigeons.”
Mark 1:44“See that you don’t tell anyone. But go, show yourself to the priest and present the offering Moses prescribed for your cleansing, as a testimony to them.”
Matthew 8:4Then Jesus instructed him, “See that you don’t tell anyone. But go, show yourself to the priest and offer the gift prescribed by Moses, as a testimony to them.”
Hebrews 9:22According to the law, in fact, nearly everything must be purified with blood, and without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness.
Luke 5:14“Do not tell anyone,” Jesus instructed him. “But go, show yourself to the priest and present the offering Moses prescribed for your cleansing, as a testimony to them.”
Leviticus 9:3Then speak to the Israelites and say, ‘Take a male goat for a sin offering, a calf and a lamb—both a year old and without blemish—for a burnt offering,
Leviticus 14:21-22If, however, the person is poor and cannot afford these offerings, he is to take one male lamb as a guilt offering to be waved to make atonement for him, along with a tenth of an ephah of fine flour mixed with olive oil for a grain offering, a log of olive oil, / and two turtledoves or two young pigeons, whichever he can afford, one to be a sin offering and the other a burnt offering.
Leviticus 14:10On the eighth day he is to bring two unblemished male lambs, an unblemished ewe lamb a year old, a grain offering of three-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with olive oil, and one log of olive oil.
Leviticus 14:4-7the priest shall order that two live clean birds, cedar wood, scarlet yarn, and hyssop be brought for the one to be cleansed. / Then the priest shall command that one of the birds be slaughtered over fresh water in a clay pot. / And he is to take the live bird together with the cedar wood, scarlet yarn, and hyssop, and dip them into the blood of the bird that was slaughtered over the fresh water. ...
Leviticus 14:49-53He is to take two birds, cedar wood, scarlet yarn, and hyssop to purify the house; / and he shall slaughter one of the birds over fresh water in a clay pot. / Then he shall take the cedar wood, the hyssop, the scarlet yarn, and the live bird, dip them in the blood of the slaughtered bird and the fresh water, and sprinkle the house seven times. ...
Treasury of Scripture And he shall offer the one of the turtledoves, or of the young pigeons, such as he can get; Leviticus 14:22 And two turtledoves, or two young pigeons, such as he is able to get; and the one shall be a sin offering, and the other a burnt offering. Leviticus 12:8 And if she be not able to bring a lamb, then she shall bring two turtles, or two young pigeons; the one for the burnt offering, and the other for a sin offering: and the priest shall make an atonement for her, and she shall be clean. Leviticus 15:14,15 And on the eighth day he shall take to him two turtledoves, or two young pigeons, and come before the LORD unto the door of the tabernacle of the congregation, and give them unto the priest: … Jump to Previous AbleAffordDovesHandMeansOfferingPigeonsReachethSacrificeSufficeTurtledovesTurtle-DovesWithinYoungJump to Next AbleAffordDovesHandMeansOfferingPigeonsReachethSacrificeSufficeTurtledovesTurtle-DovesWithinYoungLeviticus 14 1.The rites and sacrifices in cleansing the leper33.The signs of leprosy in a house48.The cleansing of that houseThen he must sacrifice the turtledoves or young pigeonsIn the context of Leviticus 14, this phrase refers to the purification ritual for a person who has been cleansed of a skin disease, often translated as leprosy. The use of turtledoves or young pigeons highlights the provision for those who are economically disadvantaged, as these birds were more affordable than larger animals like lambs or goats. This reflects God's compassion and inclusivity, ensuring that all individuals, regardless of their financial status, could participate in the sacrificial system and maintain a right relationship with Him. The use of birds in sacrifices is also seen in other parts of the Old Testament, such as in Genesis 15:9 and Leviticus 1:14, indicating their established role in Israelite worship practices. whichever he can afford This phrase underscores the principle of equity in the sacrificial system. It acknowledges the varying economic capabilities of individuals and allows for a sliding scale of offerings. This provision is a testament to the fairness and justice inherent in the Mosaic Law, ensuring that no one is excluded from worship due to poverty. It also prefigures the New Testament teaching that God values the heart and intent behind the offering more than the material value, as seen inMark 12:41-44, where Jesus commends the widow's offering. This principle of affordability and accessibility in worship is a recurring theme throughout Scripture, emphasizing that God desires a relationship with all people, regardless of their material wealth. Persons / Places / Events 1. PriestThe priest plays a crucial role in the purification process, acting as a mediator between the unclean person and God. 2. LeperThe individual who has been afflicted with a skin disease and is undergoing the purification process. 3. Turtledoves or Young PigeonsThese birds are offered as a sacrifice, representing the individual's atonement and purification. 4. TabernacleThe central place of worship where sacrifices and purification rituals are conducted. 5. IsraelitesThe community to whom these laws were given, emphasizing the importance of holiness and purity. Teaching Points God's Provision for AllThe allowance for turtledoves or pigeons shows God's provision for those of varying economic means, emphasizing that everyone has access to purification and relationship with Him. Symbolism of SacrificeThe sacrifices symbolize atonement and the need for cleansing from sin, pointing to the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Holiness and CommunityThe purification process underscores the importance of holiness within the community and the need for individuals to be restored to fellowship. Role of the MediatorThe priest's role as a mediator foreshadows Christ's role as our High Priest, who intercedes on our behalf. Practical FaithThe detailed instructions for purification remind us that faith involves practical steps of obedience and trust in God's provision. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Leviticus 14
In Leviticus 9:1-4, why would an omniscient God require detailed and repeated animal sacrifices, which clash with modern ethical concerns about animal cruelty?
Why would God specifically prescribe ritual sacrifices (Leviticus 14:10-20) as a means of ceremonial cleansing, while other passages in Scripture suggest different requirements for purity?
Given that other Old Testament laws have been revised or replaced, why does Leviticus 12:6-7 still treat normal biological processes as sources of impurity?
Leviticus 15:13 - If repeated washing was hygienic, why add a waiting period and a sacrifice with no clear scientific basis?
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew Then he must sacrificeוְעָשָׂ֤ה(wə·‘ā·śāh)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6213:To do, makeoneהָֽאֶחָד֙(hā·’e·ḥāḏ)Article | Number - masculine singular Strong's 259:United, one, firstofמִן־(min-)Preposition Strong's 4480:A part of, from, out ofthe turtledovesהַתֹּרִ֔ים(hat·tō·rîm)Article | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 8449:A ring-dove, a term of endearmentorא֖וֹ(’ōw)Conjunction Strong's 176:Desire, ifyoungבְּנֵ֣י(bə·nê)Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1121:A sonpigeons,הַיּוֹנָ֑ה(hay·yō·w·nāh)Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 3123:A dovewhicheverמֵאֲשֶׁ֥ר(mê·’ă·šer)Preposition-m | Pronoun - relative Strong's 834:Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order thathe can afford,תַּשִּׂ֖יג(taś·śîḡ)Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 5381:To reach, overtake
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