Leviticus 6:7
New International Version
In this way the priest will make atonement for them before the LORD, and they will be forgiven for any of the things they did that made them guilty.”

New Living Translation
Through this process, the priest will purify you before the LORD, making you right with him, and you will be forgiven for any of these sins you have committed.”

English Standard Version
And the priest shall make atonement for him before the LORD, and he shall be forgiven for any of the things that one may do and thereby become guilty.”

Berean Standard Bible
In this way the priest will make atonement for him before the LORD, and he will be forgiven for anything he may have done to incur guilt.”

King James Bible
And the priest shall make an atonement for him before the LORD: and it shall be forgiven him for any thing of all that he hath done in trespassing therein.

New King James Version
So the priest shall make atonement for him before the LORD, and he shall be forgiven for any one of these things that he may have done in which he trespasses.”

New American Standard Bible
and the priest shall make atonement for him before the LORD, and he will be forgiven for any one of the things which he may have done to incur guilt.”

NASB 1995
and the priest shall make atonement for him before the LORD, and he will be forgiven for any one of the things which he may have done to incur guilt.”

NASB 1977
and the priest shall make atonement for him before the LORD; and he shall be forgiven for any one of the things which he may have done to incur guilt.”

Legacy Standard Bible
and the priest shall make atonement for him before Yahweh, and he will be forgiven for any one of the things which he may have done to incur guilt.”

Amplified Bible
The priest shall make atonement for him before the LORD, and he will be forgiven for any one of the things which he may have done to incur guilt.”

Christian Standard Bible
In this way the priest will make atonement on his behalf before the LORD, and he will be forgiven for anything he may have done to incur guilt.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
In this way the priest will make atonement on his behalf before the LORD, and he will be forgiven for anything he may have done to incur guilt.”

American Standard Version
and the priest shall make atonement for him before Jehovah; and he shall be forgiven concerning whatsoever he doeth so as to be guilty thereby.

English Revised Version
and the priest shall make atonement for him before the LORD, and he shall be forgiven; concerning whatsoever he doeth so as to be guilty thereby.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
So the priest will make peace with the LORD. Then you will be forgiven for whatever you did that made you guilty."

Good News Translation
The priest shall offer the sacrifice for your sin, and you will be forgiven.

International Standard Version
Then the priest is to make atonement for him in the LORD's presence, and it will be forgiven him regarding whatever he did."

Majority Standard Bible
In this way the priest will make atonement for him before the LORD, and he will be forgiven for anything he may have done to incur guilt.?

NET Bible
So the priest will make atonement on his behalf before the LORD and he will be forgiven for whatever he has done to become guilty."

New Heart English Bible
The priest shall make atonement for him before the LORD, and he will be forgiven concerning whatever he does to become guilty."

Webster's Bible Translation
And the priest shall make an atonement for him before the LORD: and it shall be forgiven him for any thing of all that he hath done in trespassing therein.

World English Bible
The priest shall make atonement for him before Yahweh, and he will be forgiven concerning whatever he does to become guilty.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and the priest has made atonement for him before YHWH, and it has been forgiven him, concerning one thing of all that he does, by being guilty therein.”

Young's Literal Translation
and the priest hath made atonement for him before Jehovah, and it hath been forgiven him, concerning one thing of all that he doth, by being guilty therein.'

Smith's Literal Translation
The original Julia E. Smith Bible records the following as a verse reference for Lev 5:26And the priest expiated for him before Jehovah; and it was forgiven to him for one from all which he shall do for being guilty in it.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And he shall pray for him before the Lord, and he shall have forgiveness for every thing in doing of which he hath sinned.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And he shall pray for him in the sight of the Lord, and he shall be released from any one of those things that he did when he sinned.

New American Bible
The priest shall make atonement on the person’s behalf before the LORD, so that the individual may be forgiven for whatever was done to incur guilt.

New Revised Standard Version
The priest shall make atonement on your behalf before the LORD, and you shall be forgiven for any of the things that one may do and incur guilt thereby.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the priest shall make an atonement for him before the LORD; and it shall be forgiven him for any of the things that he has done in trespassing therein.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the Priest shall atone for him before LORD JEHOVAH and it shall be forgiven to him concerning anything of all that a man does to sin in such things.”
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And the priest shall make atonement for him before the LORD, and he shall be forgiven, concerning whatsoever he doeth so as to be guilty thereby.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the Lord spoke to Moses, saying,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Sins Requiring a Guilt Offering
6Then he must bring to the priest his guilt offering to the LORD: an unblemished ram of proper value from the flock. 7In this way the priest will make atonement for him before the LORD, and he will be forgiven for anything he may have done to incur guilt.”

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.

1 John 1:9
If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

Numbers 15:25-28
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. / Then the whole congregation of Israel and the foreigners residing among them will be forgiven, since it happened to all the people unintentionally. / Also, if one person sins unintentionally, he is to present a year-old female goat as a sin offering. ...

Psalm 32:1-5
Of David. A Maskil. Blessed is he whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered. / Blessed is the man whose iniquity the LORD does not count against him, in whose spirit there is no deceit. / When I kept silent, my bones became brittle from my groaning all day long. ...

Isaiah 1:18
“Come now, let us reason together,” says the LORD. “Though your sins are like scarlet, they will be as white as snow; though they are as red as crimson, they will become like wool.

Matthew 9:6
But so that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins...” Then He said to the paralytic, “Get up, pick up your mat, and go home.”

Mark 2:10
But so that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins...” He said to the paralytic,

Luke 5:24
But so that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on the earth to forgive sins…” He said to the paralytic, “I tell you, get up, pick up your mat, and go home.”

Romans 4:7-8
“Blessed are they whose lawless acts are forgiven, whose sins are covered. / Blessed is the man whose sin the Lord will never count against 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.

Hebrews 10:17-18
Then He adds: “Their sins and lawless acts I will remember no more.” / And where these have been forgiven, an offering for sin is no longer needed.

2 Corinthians 5:19-21
that God was reconciling the world to Himself in Christ, not counting men’s trespasses against them. And He has committed to us the message of reconciliation. / Therefore we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were making His appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ: Be reconciled to God. / God made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God.

Acts 13:38-39
Therefore let it be known to you, brothers, that through Jesus the forgiveness of sins is proclaimed to you. / Through Him everyone who believes is justified from everything from which you could not be justified by the law of Moses.

Micah 7:18-19
Who is a God like You, who pardons iniquity and passes over the transgression of the remnant of His inheritance—who does not retain His anger forever, because He delights in loving devotion? / He will again have compassion on us; He will vanquish our iniquities. You will cast out all our sins into the depths of the sea.


Treasury of Scripture

And the priest shall make an atonement for him before the LORD: and it shall be forgiven him for any thing of all that he has done in trespassing therein.

make

Leviticus 4:20,26,31
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…

Leviticus 5:10,13,15,16,18
And he shall offer the second for a burnt offering, according to the manner: and the priest shall make an atonement for him for his sin which he hath sinned, and it shall be forgiven him…

Exodus 34:7
Keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving iniquity and transgression and sin, and that will by no means clear the guilty; visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children, and upon the children's children, unto the third and to the fourth generation.

it shall be

Isaiah 1:18
Come now, and let us reason together, saith the LORD: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool.

Matthew 12:31
Wherefore I say unto you, All manner of sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven unto men: but the blasphemy against the Holy Ghost shall not be forgiven unto men.

1 Corinthians 6:9-11
Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind, …

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1. The trespass offering for sins done wittingly
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14. and of the meat offering
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In this way the priest will make atonement for him before the LORD
The role of the priest in ancient Israel was central to the sacrificial system. Priests acted as mediators between God and the people, performing rituals that symbolized the removal of sin. The concept of atonement involves covering or cleansing sin, allowing the individual to be reconciled with God. This process foreshadows the ultimate atonement made by Jesus Christ, who is described in the New Testament as our High Priest (Hebrews 4:14-16). The phrase "before the LORD" emphasizes the divine presence in the tabernacle or temple, where sacrifices were offered. This setting underscores the holiness required in approaching God, a theme consistent throughout the Pentateuch.

and he will be forgiven
Forgiveness in the Old Testament is closely tied to the sacrificial system, where the shedding of blood was necessary for the remission of sins (Leviticus 17:11). This forgiveness was not just a legal pardon but a restoration of the relationship between the individual and God. The assurance of forgiveness provided hope and peace to the Israelites, pointing forward to the complete forgiveness available through Christ's sacrifice (Ephesians 1:7). The Hebrew concept of forgiveness also includes the idea of lifting or carrying away sin, which is fulfilled in the New Testament by Jesus, who "takes away the sin of the world" (John 1:29).

for anything he may have done to incur guilt.
The phrase "anything he may have done" indicates the comprehensive nature of the atonement provided. It covers all types of transgressions, whether intentional or unintentional. The law given to Israel was detailed and specific, and the sacrificial system provided a means to address various kinds of guilt. This reflects God's justice and mercy, ensuring that no sin was too great to be forgiven if the prescribed atonement was made. The concept of guilt in the Old Testament is not only a legal status but also a moral and spiritual condition that affects one's standing before God. This comprehensive forgiveness is echoed in the New Testament, where believers are assured that "if we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness" (1 John 1:9).

Persons / Places / Events
1. The Priest
The priest acts as a mediator between the people and God, performing the rituals necessary for atonement.

2. The LORD
Refers to Yahweh, the covenant God of Israel, who provides the means for forgiveness and restoration.

3. The Offerer
The individual who has committed a sin or incurred guilt and seeks atonement through the prescribed offerings.

4. The Tabernacle
The place where the offerings and rituals are performed, symbolizing God's presence among His people.

5. Atonement
The process by which reconciliation between God and man is achieved, involving a sacrificial offering.
Teaching Points
The Role of the Priest
The priest's role as a mediator foreshadows Christ's ultimate priesthood. Just as the priest made atonement for the people, Christ intercedes for us, providing a way to God.

Understanding Atonement
Atonement involves both confession and sacrifice. In the Old Testament, this was through animal sacrifices; today, it is through the sacrifice of Jesus. Recognize the seriousness of sin and the cost of forgiveness.

The Assurance of Forgiveness
God's promise of forgiveness is assured when we come to Him with a repentant heart. This assurance should lead to peace and a renewed relationship with God.

The Importance of Confession
Confession is a crucial step in the process of atonement. It involves acknowledging our sins and turning away from them, aligning with God's will.

Living in Light of Forgiveness
Understanding and accepting God's forgiveness should transform our lives, leading us to live in gratitude and obedience to His commands.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
In this way the priest
הַכֹּהֵ֛ן (hak·kō·hên)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3548: Priest

will make atonement
וְכִפֶּ֨ר (wə·ḵip·per)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3722: To cover, to expiate, condone, to placate, cancel

for him
עָלָ֧יו (‘ā·lāw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

before
לִפְנֵ֥י (lip̄·nê)
Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct
Strong's 6440: The face

the LORD,
יְהוָ֖ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

and he will be forgiven
וְנִסְלַ֣ח (wə·nis·laḥ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5545: To forgive, pardon

for
עַל־ (‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

anything
אַחַ֛ת (’a·ḥaṯ)
Number - feminine singular
Strong's 259: United, one, first

he may have done
יַעֲשֶׂ֖ה (ya·‘ă·śeh)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6213: To do, make

to incur guilt.”
לְאַשְׁמָ֥ה (lə·’aš·māh)
Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 819: Guiltiness, a fault, the presentation of a, sin-offering


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