Leviticus 21:23
The Scripture
(23) Only he shall not go in unto the vail, nor come nigh unto the altar, because he hath a blemish; that he profane not my sanctuaries: for I the LORD do sanctify them.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the Israelites are instructed to care for the animals that have been sacrificed, to prevent defilement, and to ensure proper disposal of the carcass. It also covers the prohibition against eating the blood and the requirement to keep the area clean, reflecting the holiness of the sacrificial system.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Exodus 30:6Exodus 30:7Exodus 30:8Exodus 40:26Exodus 40:27Ezekiel 44:9Ezekiel 44:10Ezekiel 44:11Ezekiel 44:12Ezekiel 44:13Ezekiel 44:14Leviticus 21:12
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