Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version and do with this bull just as he did with the bull for the sin offering. In this way the priest will make atonement for the community, and they will be forgiven. New Living Translation just as he does with the bull offered as a sin offering for the high priest. Through this process, the priest will purify the people, making them right with the LORD, and they will be forgiven. English Standard Version Thus shall he do with the bull. As he did with the bull of the sin offering, so shall he do with this. And the priest shall make atonement for them, and they shall be forgiven. Berean Standard Bible He shall offer this bull just as he did the bull for the sin offering; in this way the priest will make atonement on their behalf, and they will be forgiven. King James Bible And he shall do with the bullock as he did with the bullock for a sin offering, so shall he do with this: and the priest shall make an atonement for them, and it shall be forgiven them. New King James Version And he shall do with the bull as he did with the bull as a sin offering; thus he shall do with it. So the priest shall make atonement for them, and it shall be forgiven them. New American Standard Bible He shall also do with the bull just as he did with the bull of the sin offering; he shall do the same with it. So the priest shall make atonement for them, and they will be forgiven. NASB 1995 ‘He shall also do with the bull just as he did with the bull of the sin offering; thus he shall do with it. So the priest shall make atonement for them, and they will be forgiven. NASB 1977 ‘He shall also do with the bull just as he did with the bull of the sin offering; thus he shall do with it. So the priest shall make atonement for them, and they shall be forgiven. Legacy Standard Bible He shall also do with the bull just as he did with the bull of the sin offering; thus he shall do with it. So the priest shall make atonement for them, and they will be forgiven. Amplified Bible He shall also do with the bull just as he did with the bull of the sin offering; that is what he shall do with this. So the priest shall make atonement for [the sin of] the people, and they will be forgiven. Christian Standard Bible He is to offer this bull just as he did with the bull in the sin offering; he will offer it the same way. So the priest will make atonement on their behalf, and they will be forgiven. Holman Christian Standard Bible He is to offer this bull just as he did with the bull in the sin offering; he will offer it the same way. So the priest will make atonement on their behalf, and they will be forgiven. American Standard Version Thus shall he do with the bullock; as he did with the bullock of the sin-offering, so shall he do with this; and the priest shall make atonement for them, and they shall be forgiven. English Revised Version Thus shall he do with the bullock; as he did with the bullock of the sin offering, so shall he do with this: and the priest shall make atonement for them, and they shall be forgiven. GOD'S WORD® Translation He will do the same thing with this bull that he did with the bull used as the offering for sin. So the priest will make peace with the LORD for the people, and they will be forgiven. Good News Translation He shall do the same thing with this bull as he does with the bull for the sin offering, and in this way he shall make the sacrifice for the people's sin, and they will be forgiven. International Standard Version He is to do to this bull what he did to the bull for the sin offering. He is to do it this way so that the priest will make atonement for them and they will be forgiven. NET Bible He must do with the rest of the bull just as he did with the bull of the sin offering; this is what he must do with it. So the priest will make atonement on their behalf and they will be forgiven. New Heart English Bible Thus shall he do with the bull; as he did with the bull of the sin offering, so shall he do with this; and the priest shall make atonement for them, and they shall be forgiven. Webster's Bible Translation And he shall do with the bullock as he did with the bullock for a sin-offering, so shall he do with this: and the priest shall make an atonement for them, and it shall be forgiven them. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleHe shall offer this bull just as he did the bull for the sin offering; in this way the priest will make atonement on their behalf, and they will be forgiven. World English Bible He shall do this with the bull; as he did with the bull of the sin offering, so he shall do with this; and the priest shall make atonement for them, and they shall be forgiven. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd he has done to the bullock as he has done to the bullock of the sin-offering, so he does to it; and the priest has made atonement for them, and it has been forgiven them; Young's Literal Translation 'And he hath done to the bullock as he hath done to the bullock of the sin-offering, so he doth to it; and the priest hath made atonement for them, and it hath been forgiven them; Smith's Literal Translation And he did to the bullock as he did to the bullock of sin, thus he did to it; and the priest shall expiate for them, and it was forgiven to them. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleDoing so with this calf, as he did also with that before: and the priest praying for them, the Lord will be merciful unto them. Catholic Public Domain Version doing so with this calf in the same manner as he did before. And while the priest is praying for them, the Lord will forgive them. New American Bible doing with this bull just as he did with the other bull of the purification offering; he will do the same thing. Thus the priest shall make atonement on their behalf, that they may be forgiven. New Revised Standard Version He shall do with the bull just as is done with the bull of sin offering; he shall do the same with this. The priest shall make atonement for them, and they shall be forgiven. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd he shall do with the bullock just as he did with the bullock for a sin offering, so shall he do with this; and the priest shall make an atonement for them and it shall be forgiven them. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated What he did with the bull of sin, so he shall do with it, and the Priest shall make atonement for them and it shall be forgiven to them. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Thus shall he do with the bullock; as he did with the bullock of the sin-offering, so shall he do with this; and the priest shall make atonement for them, and they shall be forgiven. Brenton Septuagint Translation And he shall do to the calf as he did to the calf of the sin-offering, so shall it be done; and the priest shall make atonement for them, and the trespass shall be forgiven them. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Laws for Sin Offerings…19And he is to remove all the fat from it and burn it on the altar. 20He shall offer this bull just as he did the bull for the sin offering; in this way the priest will make atonement on their behalf, and they will be forgiven. 21Then he is to take the bull outside the camp and burn it, just as he burned the first bull. It is the sin offering for the assembly.… Cross References Hebrews 9:22 According to the law, in fact, nearly everything must be purified with blood, and without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness. Hebrews 10:4 because it is impossible for the blood of bulls and goats to take away sins. Hebrews 9:13-14 For if the blood of goats and bulls and the ashes of a heifer sprinkled on those who are ceremonially unclean sanctify them so that their bodies are clean, / how much more will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered Himself unblemished to God, purify our consciences from works of death, so that we may serve the living God! Hebrews 10:10 And by that will, we have been sanctified through the sacrifice of the body of Jesus Christ once for all. Hebrews 10:18 And where these have been forgiven, an offering for sin is no longer needed. 1 John 1:7 But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus His Son cleanses us from all sin. Romans 3:25 God presented Him as an atoning sacrifice in His blood through faith, in order to demonstrate His righteousness, because in His forbearance He had passed over the sins committed beforehand. Romans 5:9 Therefore, since we have now been justified by His blood, how much more shall we be saved from wrath through Him! Ephesians 1:7 In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace Colossians 1:14 in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins. 1 Peter 1:18-19 For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life you inherited from your forefathers, / but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or spot. Numbers 15:25 The priest is to make atonement for the whole congregation of Israel, so that they may be forgiven; for the sin was unintentional and they have brought to the LORD a food offering and a sin offering, presented before the LORD for their unintentional sin. Numbers 15:28 And the priest shall make atonement before the LORD on behalf of the person who erred by sinning unintentionally; and when atonement has been made for him, he will be forgiven. Leviticus 5:10 And the priest must prepare the second bird as a burnt offering according to the ordinance. In this way the priest will make atonement for him for the sin he has committed, and he will be forgiven. Leviticus 5:13 In this way the priest will make atonement for him for any of these sins he has committed, and he will be forgiven. The remainder will belong to the priest, like the grain offering.” Treasury of Scripture And he shall do with the bullock as he did with the bullock for a sin offering, so shall he do with this: and the priest shall make an atonement for them, and it shall be forgiven them. with the Leviticus 4:3 If the priest that is anointed do sin according to the sin of the people; then let him bring for his sin, which he hath sinned, a young bullock without blemish unto the LORD for a sin offering. an atonement Leviticus 4:26 And he shall burn all his fat upon the altar, as the fat of the sacrifice of peace offerings: and the priest shall make an atonement for him as concerning his sin, and it shall be forgiven him. Leviticus 1:4 And he shall put his hand upon the head of the burnt offering; and it shall be accepted for him to make atonement for him. Leviticus 5:6 And he shall bring his trespass offering unto the LORD for his sin which he hath sinned, a female from the flock, a lamb or a kid of the goats, for a sin offering; and the priest shall make an atonement for him concerning his sin. Jump to Previous Atonement Bull Bullock Forgiven Forgiveness Offering Ox Priest Sin Sin-Offering WayJump to Next Atonement Bull Bullock Forgiven Forgiveness Offering Ox Priest Sin Sin-Offering WayLeviticus 4 1. The sin offering of ignorance3. for the priest 13. for the congregation 22. for the ruler 27. for any of the people He shall offer this bull just as he did the bull for the sin offering; The offering of a bull as a sin offering is a significant ritual in the Levitical law, primarily for the atonement of unintentional sins committed by the congregation or the priest. The bull, a valuable animal, signifies the seriousness of sin and the costliness of atonement. This ritual is detailed in Leviticus 4:3-12, where the priest is instructed to bring the bull to the entrance of the Tent of Meeting, lay his hand on its head, and slaughter it before the LORD. The act of laying hands symbolizes the transfer of sin from the sinner to the animal, a precursor to the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ, who bore the sins of humanity. The blood of the bull is then sprinkled before the LORD, emphasizing the necessity of blood for atonement, as reiterated in Hebrews 9:22. in this way the priest will make atonement on their behalf, and they will be forgiven. Persons / Places / Events 1. PriestThe priest is the mediator between God and the people, responsible for performing the sacrificial rituals to atone for the sins of the congregation. 2. Bull of the Sin Offering A sacrificial animal used in the sin offering, symbolizing the substitutionary atonement for the sins of the people. 3. Atonement The process by which reconciliation between God and humanity is achieved, primarily through the sacrificial system in the Old Testament. 4. Forgiveness The divine act of pardoning sin, which is granted after the proper sacrificial rituals are performed. 5. Israelite Congregation The community of God's chosen people, for whom the sin offering is made to atone for unintentional sins. Teaching Points The Role of the PriestThe priest acts as an intermediary, foreshadowing Christ's ultimate role as our High Priest who intercedes on our behalf. The Significance of Atonement Atonement is central to restoring the relationship between God and humanity, highlighting the seriousness of sin and the need for divine forgiveness. The Necessity of Sacrifice The sacrificial system underscores the cost of sin and the necessity of a substitute, pointing to Jesus as the ultimate sacrifice for our sins. Forgiveness and Restoration God's provision for forgiveness through the sacrificial system demonstrates His desire for reconciliation and restoration with His people. Continuity of God's Grace The principles of atonement and forgiveness in Leviticus find their fulfillment in the New Testament, showing the continuity of God's redemptive plan. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Leviticus 4:20?2. How does Leviticus 4:20 illustrate the importance of atonement for unintentional sins? 3. What role does the priest play in achieving forgiveness in Leviticus 4:20? 4. How does Leviticus 4:20 connect to Christ's ultimate sacrifice for our sins? 5. How can we apply the concept of atonement in our daily repentance practices? 6. Why is it crucial to seek forgiveness for unintentional sins, as shown in Leviticus? 7. What does Leviticus 4:20 reveal about the nature of sin and atonement in ancient Israel? 8. How does Leviticus 4:20's sacrificial system relate to the concept of forgiveness in Christianity? 9. Why was a priest required to make atonement in Leviticus 4:20? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Leviticus 4? 11. While Leviticus 4 describes an intricate sacrificial system, why do other parts of the Bible suggest that God desires obedience over sacrifice (e.g., 1 Samuel 15:22)? 12. What is the purpose of a sin offering? 13. How do salvation and forgiveness differ? 14. Can priests forgive sins? What Does Leviticus 4:20 Mean He shall offer this bullThe verse opens by pointing to a specific sacrifice—“this bull.” In Leviticus, a bull represents the costliest animal a common Israelite could bring, underscoring both the seriousness of sin and God’s provision for cleansing (see Leviticus 1:3; 8:14; Numbers 15:24). • The offerer hands the animal to the priest, illustrating that forgiveness comes through an intercessor, not personal merit (Hebrews 5:1). • Bringing “this bull” acknowledges a particular offense, teaching us that God invites honest confession (Psalm 32:5). just as he did the bull for the sin offering The procedure isn’t new; it mirrors the earlier sin-offering instructions (Leviticus 4:4-12). Consistency matters: • God’s remedy for sin is never arbitrary—He provides a clear, repeatable pattern (Malachi 3:6). • Repetition highlights that one standard covers every sinner, whether leader or layperson (Leviticus 4:22-27; Romans 3:22-23). • The phrase “just as” foreshadows Christ’s once-for-all sacrifice that perfectly fulfills every prior pattern (Hebrews 10:11-14). in this way the priest will make atonement on their behalf Atonement means a substitutionary covering. The priest acts as mediator, standing between the guilty people and a holy God (Leviticus 16:15-17). • Blood is central: “the life of the flesh is in the blood…to make atonement” (Leviticus 17:11). • The priest’s work points ahead to Jesus, our great High Priest, who “entered the Most Holy Place once for all…having obtained eternal redemption” (Hebrews 9:12). • “On their behalf” shows corporate grace; the whole community may receive cleansing through a single representative (Isaiah 53:6; 2 Corinthians 5:21). and they will be forgiven The result isn’t partial relief but full pardon. • Forgiveness in the Old Testament is real, not merely symbolic (Psalm 103:12; Micah 7:18-19). • The sacrificial blood covered sin temporarily, pointing forward to Christ’s blood that removes sin permanently (John 1:29; Ephesians 1:7). • Assurance of forgiveness builds a relationship marked by gratitude rather than perpetual guilt (Psalm 32:1-2; 1 John 1:9). summary Leviticus 4:20 teaches that God provides a costly, specific sacrifice; He applies an unchanging standard; He assigns a mediator to make atonement; and He grants complete forgiveness. Each element anticipates the perfect work of Jesus, assuring believers today that sin confessed and covered by His blood is fully pardoned. Hebrew He shall offerוְעָשָׂ֣ה (wə·‘ā·śāh) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make this bull לַפָּ֔ר (lap·pār) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 6499: Young bull, steer just as כַּאֲשֶׁ֤ר (ka·’ă·šer) Preposition-k | Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that he did עָשָׂה֙ (‘ā·śāh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make the bull לְפַ֣ר (lə·p̄ar) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 6499: Young bull, steer for the sin offering; הַֽחַטָּ֔את (ha·ḥaṭ·ṭāṯ) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 2403: An offence, its penalty, occasion, sacrifice, expiation, an offender in this way כֵּ֖ן (kên) Adverb Strong's 3651: So -- thus the priest הַכֹּהֵ֖ן (hak·kō·hên) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3548: Priest will make atonement וְכִפֶּ֧ר (wə·ḵip·per) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3722: To cover, to expiate, condone, to placate, cancel on their behalf, עֲלֵהֶ֛ם (‘ă·lê·hem) Preposition | third person masculine plural Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against and they will be forgiven. וְנִסְלַ֥ח (wə·nis·laḥ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5545: To forgive, pardon Links Leviticus 4:20 NIVLeviticus 4:20 NLT Leviticus 4:20 ESV Leviticus 4:20 NASB Leviticus 4:20 KJV Leviticus 4:20 BibleApps.com Leviticus 4:20 Biblia Paralela Leviticus 4:20 Chinese Bible Leviticus 4:20 French Bible Leviticus 4:20 Catholic Bible OT Law: Leviticus 4:20 Thus shall he do with the bull (Le Lv Lev.) |
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