Leviticus 22:23
The Scripture
(23) Either a bullock or a lamb that hath any thing superfluous or lacking in his parts, that mayest thou offer for a freewill offering; but for a vow it shall not be accepted.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In Leviticus 22 the Israelites are commanded to observe strict purity laws that govern social conduct and ritual impurity, such as prohibitions against defiling the altar, the priest, or the people, and rules for the proper use of the sacrificial lamb. The chapter also outlines penalties for breaking these laws, emphasizing that the community’s well‑being depends on maintaining cleanliness and respect for God’s holiness. These regulations reflect the covenant’s demand for reverence and obedience in daily life.
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Related verses (shared words)
Deuteronomy 30:20Exodus 29:39Numbers 28:4Revelation 3:18Leviticus 22:21Leviticus 3:7