Leviticus 21:4
The Scripture
(4) But he shall not defile himself, being a chief man among his people, to profane himself.
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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