Leviticus 22:24–25a You must not offer to the Lord an animal whose testicles are bruised, crushed, torn or cut. You must not do this in your own land, and you must not accept such animals from the hand of a foreigner and offer them as the food of your God.
Again, I think it’s extremely important to look at the “Why” behind the scripture: Why was this said at this time in this way? Who needed to hear it and for what purpose? Answering those questions allows us to keep scripture in context.
Leviticus 22:25b They will not be accepted on your behalf, because they are deformed and have defects.’ ”
Commentary says of today’s scripture, “In ancient Israel, these physical rules were meant to teach reverence, moral distinction, and the gravity of approaching a holy God.” It goes on to say that in the New Testament, Jesus is both the purest sacrifice and the most holy priest.
Leviticus 22:26-27 The Lord said to Moses, “When a calf, a lamb or a goat is born, it is to remain with its mother for seven days. From the eighth day on, it will be acceptable as a food offering presented to the Lord.
Precious Savior, Thank You for the reminder that Your Word has history, background, and context. We can absolutely learn from it today, but that context is also important. Thank You. Amen.
Leviticus 22:28 Do not slaughter a cow or a sheep and its young on the same day.
Have a blessed day.