Leviticus 4:7

"The priest shall dip his finger in the blood, and sprinkle some of the blood seven times before the LORD, before the veil of the sanctuary."

Key Reflection

This ritual symbolizes the transfer of sin's guilt to the sacrificial animal, with each sprinkle representing a petition for forgiveness. The sevenfold action underscores completeness and thoroughness in atoning for sins before God's presence.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Pour -All the blood that was left after the sprinkling and the smearing should be disposed of in such a manner as to suit the decorum of divine service. It had no sacrificial significance.

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