Leviticus 5:16

Leviticus 5:16 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

Regarding any holy thing he has harmed, he must make restitution by adding a fifth of its value to it and giving it to the priest, who will make atonement on his behalf with the ram as a guilt offering, and he will be forgiven.

King James Version KJV

And he shall make amends for the harm that he hath done in the holy thing, and shall add the fifth part thereto, and give it unto the priest: and the priest shall make an atonement for him with the ram of the trespass offering, and it shall be forgiven him.

American Standard Version ASV

and he shall make restitution for that which he hath done amiss in the holy thing, and shall add the fifth part thereto, and give it unto the priest; and the priest shall make atonement for him with the ram of the trespass-offering, and he shall be forgiven.

Bible in Basic English BBE

And he is to make payment to the priest for what he has done wrong in relation to the holy thing, together with a fifth part of its value in addition; and the priest will take away his sin by the sheep of his offering, and he will have forgiveness.

Free Bible Version FBV

As regards any holy requirement you failed to contribute, you must pay compensation by adding a fifth of its value to it and then give it to the priest, who will make it right for you with the ram as a guilt offering, and you will be forgiven.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

So hee shall restore that wherein hee hath offended, in taking away of the holy thing, and shall put the fift part more thereto, and giue it vnto the Priest: so the Priest shall make an atonement for him with the ram of ye trespasse offring, and it shalbe forgiuen him.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

'And that which he hath sinned against the holy thing he repayeth, and its fifth is adding to it, and hath given it to the priest, and the priest maketh atonement for him with the ram of the guilt-offering, and it hath been forgiven him.

World English Bible WEB

He shall make restitution for that which he has done wrong regarding the holy thing, and shall add a fifth part to it, and give it to the priest; and the priest shall make atonement for him with the ram of the trespass offering, and he will be forgiven.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

And he shall make amends for the harm that he hath done in the holy thing, and shall add to it the fifth part, and give it to the priest: and the priest shall make an atonement for him with the ram of the trespass-offering, and it shall be forgiven him.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And he shall make good the damage itself which he hath done, and shall add the fifth part besides, delivering it to the priest, who shall pray for him, offering the ram, and it shall be forgiven him.

Translation for Translators T4T

But you must also make restitution for what you failed to give to Yahweh, adding one-fifth of its value. You must give that to the priest. He will offer the ram as a sacrifice for the sin that you have committed, and cause you to no longer be guilty; and you will be forgiven.

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Leviticus 5:16 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וְ/אֵ֣ת אֲשֶׁר֩ חָטָ֨א מִן הַ/קֹּ֜דֶשׁ יְשַׁלֵּ֗ם וְ/אֶת חֲמִֽישִׁת/וֹ֙ יוֹסֵ֣ף עָלָ֔י/ו וְ/נָתַ֥ן אֹת֖/וֹ לַ/כֹּהֵ֑ן וְ/הַ/כֹּהֵ֗ן יְכַפֵּ֥ר עָלָ֛י/ו בְּ/אֵ֥יל הָ/אָשָׁ֖ם וְ/נִסְלַ֥ח לֽ/וֹ

וְ/אֵ֣ת ʼêth H853 Obj. Conj | DirObjM

אֲשֶׁר֩ ʼăsher H834 which Rel

חָטָ֨א châṭâʼ H2398 to sin V-Qal-Perf-3ms

מִן min H4480 from Prep

הַ/קֹּ֜דֶשׁ qôdesh H6944 Holy Place Art | N-ms

יְשַׁלֵּ֗ם shâlam H7999 to complete V-Piel-Imperf-3ms

וְ/אֶת ʼêth H853 Obj. Conj | DirObjM

חֲמִֽישִׁת/וֹ֙ chămîyshîy H2549 fifth N-fs | Suff

יוֹסֵ֣ף yâçaph H3254 to add V-Hiphil-Juss-3ms

עָלָ֔י/ו ʻal H5921 upon Prep | Suff

וְ/נָתַ֥ן nâthan H5414 to give Conj | V-Qal-3ms

אֹת֖/וֹ ʼêth H853 Obj. DirObjM | Suff

לַ/כֹּהֵ֑ן kôhên H3548 priest Prep | N-ms

וְ/הַ/כֹּהֵ֗ן kôhên H3548 priest Conj | Art | N-ms

יְכַפֵּ֥ר kâphar H3722 to atone V-Piel-Imperf-3ms

עָלָ֛י/ו ʻal H5921 upon Prep | Suff

בְּ/אֵ֥יל ʼayil H352 ram Prep | N-ms

הָ/אָשָׁ֖ם ʼâshâm H817 guilt (offering) Art | N-ms

וְ/נִסְלַ֥ח çâlach H5545 to forgive Conj | V-Niphal-3ms

לֽ/וֹ Prep | Suff

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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 5:16

וְ/אֵ֣ת ʼêth H853 "Obj." Conj | DirObjM

In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.

Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)

Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.

אֲשֶׁר֩ ʼăsher H834 "which" Rel

This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.

Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when

Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.

חָטָ֨א châṭâʼ H2398 "to sin" V-Qal-Perf-3ms

To sin means to miss the mark or go wrong, incurring guilt or penalty, and can also mean to repent or make amends. It is used in the Bible to describe wrongdoing and its consequences.

Definition: 1) to sin, miss, miss the way, go wrong, incur guilt, forfeit, purify from uncleanness 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to miss 1a2) to sin, miss the goal or path of right and duty 1a3) to incur guilt, incur penalty by sin, forfeit 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to bear loss 1b2) to make a sin-offering 1b3) to purify from sin 1b4) to purify from uncleanness 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to miss the mark 1c2) to induce to sin, cause to sin 1c3) to bring into guilt or condemnation or punishment 1d) (Hithpael) 1d1) to miss oneself, lose oneself, wander from the way 1d2) to purify oneself from uncleanness

Usage: Occurs in 220 OT verses. KJV: bear the blame, cleanse, commit (sin), by fault, harm he hath done, loss, miss, (make) offend(-er), offer for sin, purge, purify (self), make reconciliation, (cause, make) sin(-ful, -ness), trespass. See also: Genesis 20:6; 1 Kings 15:34; Psalms 4:5.

מִן min H4480 "from" Prep

This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.

Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)

Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.

הַ/קֹּ֜דֶשׁ qôdesh H6944 "Holy Place" Art | N-ms

The Holy Place refers to a sacred or set-apart area, like the temple in Jerusalem. It is a place of sanctity and holiness, where God is worshipped. The Bible describes it as a place of reverence and awe.

Definition: This name means apartness, holiness, sacredness Also named: hagion (ἅγιον "Holy Place" G0039)

Usage: Occurs in 380 OT verses. KJV: consecrated (thing), dedicated (thing), hallowed (thing), holiness, ([idiom] most) holy ([idiom] day, portion, thing), saint, sanctuary. See also: Exodus 3:5; Leviticus 23:4; 1 Chronicles 26:26.

יְשַׁלֵּ֗ם shâlam H7999 "to complete" V-Piel-Imperf-3ms

This verb means to be at peace or to make peace with someone. It is used in the Bible to describe a state of safety or friendship. In the KJV, it is translated as 'make amends' or 'be at peace'.

Definition: 1) to be complete, be sound 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be complete, be finished, be ended 1a2) to be sound, be uninjured 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to complete, finish 1b2) to make safe 1b3) to make whole or good, restore, make compensation 1b4) to make good, pay 1b5) to requite, recompense, reward 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to be performed 1c2) to be repaid, be requited 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to complete, perform 1d2) to make an end of Aramaic equivalent: she.lam (שְׁלֵם "be complete" H8000)

Usage: Occurs in 107 OT verses. KJV: make amends, (make an) end, finish, full, give again, make good, (re-) pay (again), (make) (to) (be at) peace(-able), that is perfect, perform, (make) prosper(-ous), recompense, render, requite, make restitution, restore, reward, [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 44:4; Psalms 7:5; Psalms 22:26.

וְ/אֶת ʼêth H853 "Obj." Conj | DirObjM

Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)

Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.

חֲמִֽישִׁת/וֹ֙ chămîyshîy H2549 "fifth" N-fs | Suff

In the Bible, this Hebrew word means fifth, referring to something in the fifth position. It appears in Exodus 20:12, where honoring parents is the fifth commandment. This word is used to show order and sequence.

Definition: ordinal number, 5th

Usage: Occurs in 44 OT verses. KJV: fifth (part). See also: Genesis 1:23; 1 Chronicles 2:14; Jeremiah 1:3.

יוֹסֵ֣ף yâçaph H3254 "to add" V-Hiphil-Juss-3ms

To add means to increase or do something again, like adding more of something or continuing an action. This word is used in the Bible to describe growth or repetition.

Definition: : add/more[amount] 1) to add, increase, do again 1a) (Qal) to add, increase, do again 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to join, join oneself to 1b2) to be joined, be added to 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to add, increase 1c2) to do more, do again

Usage: Occurs in 205 OT verses. KJV: add, [idiom] again, [idiom] any more, [idiom] cease, [idiom] come more, [phrase] conceive again, continue, exceed, [idiom] further, [idiom] gather together, get more, give more-over, [idiom] henceforth, increase (more and more), join, [idiom] longer (bring, do, make, much, put), [idiom] (the, much, yet) more (and more), proceed (further), prolong, put, be (strong-) er, [idiom] yet, yield. See also: Genesis 4:2; 2 Samuel 19:14; Psalms 10:18.

עָלָ֔י/ו ʻal H5921 "upon" Prep | Suff

This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.

Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)

Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.

וְ/נָתַ֥ן nâthan H5414 "to give" Conj | V-Qal-3ms

This word means to give, put, or set something, with a wide range of applications. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, describing God's actions and human interactions. The word is used to convey giving, selling, or exchanging something.

Definition: : give/deliver/send/produce 1) to give, put, set 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to give, bestow, grant, permit, ascribe, employ, devote, consecrate, dedicate, pay wages, sell, exchange, lend, commit, entrust, give over, deliver up, yield produce, occasion, produce, requite to, report, mention, utter, stretch out, extend 1a2) to put, set, put on, put upon, set, appoint, assign, designate 1a3) to make, constitute 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be given, be bestowed, be provided, be entrusted to, be granted to, be permitted, be issued, be published, be uttered, be assigned 1b2) to be set, be put, be made, be inflicted 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be given, be bestowed, be given up, be delivered up 1c2) to be put upon

Usage: Occurs in 1816 OT verses. KJV: add, apply, appoint, ascribe, assign, [idiom] avenge, [idiom] be (healed), bestow, bring (forth, hither), cast, cause, charge, come, commit, consider, count, [phrase] cry, deliver (up), direct, distribute, do, [idiom] doubtless, [idiom] without fail, fasten, frame, [idiom] get, give (forth, over, up), grant, hang (up), [idiom] have, [idiom] indeed, lay (unto charge, up), (give) leave, lend, let (out), [phrase] lie, lift up, make, [phrase] O that, occupy, offer, ordain, pay, perform, place, pour, print, [idiom] pull, put (forth), recompense, render, requite, restore, send (out), set (forth), shew, shoot forth (up), [phrase] sing, [phrase] slander, strike, (sub-) mit, suffer, [idiom] surely, [idiom] take, thrust, trade, turn, utter, [phrase] weep, [phrase] willingly, [phrase] withdraw, [phrase] would (to) God, yield. See also: Genesis 1:17; Genesis 40:21; Exodus 30:12.

אֹת֖/וֹ ʼêth H853 "Obj." DirObjM | Suff

Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)

Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.

לַ/כֹּהֵ֑ן kôhên H3548 "priest" Prep | N-ms

In the Bible, a priest is a person who serves God and leads others in worship, like the Levitical priests in Exodus. They were responsible for making sacrifices and following God's laws. This term is also used to describe Jesus as a priest-king.

Definition: 1) priest, principal officer or chief ruler 1a) priest-king (Melchizedek, Messiah) 1b) pagan priests 1c) priests of Jehovah 1d) Levitical priests 1e) Zadokite priests 1f) Aaronic priests 1g) the high priest Aramaic equivalent: ka.hen (כָּהֵן "priest" H3549)

Usage: Occurs in 653 OT verses. KJV: chief ruler, [idiom] own, priest, prince, principal officer. See also: Genesis 14:18; Leviticus 13:33; Numbers 17:2.

וְ/הַ/כֹּהֵ֗ן kôhên H3548 "priest" Conj | Art | N-ms

Usage: Occurs in 653 OT verses. KJV: chief ruler, [idiom] own, priest, prince, principal officer. See also: Genesis 14:18; Leviticus 13:33; Numbers 17:2.

יְכַפֵּ֥ר kâphar H3722 "to atone" V-Piel-Imperf-3ms

To cover means to coat or cover something, like when the ark was covered with pitch to protect it. This word is also used figuratively to describe making amends or forgiving someone, like in a sacrifice or atonement.

Definition: 1) to cover, purge, make an atonement, make reconciliation 1a) (Piel) 1a1) to cover over, pacify, propitiate 1a2) to cover over, atone for sin, make atonement for 1a3) to cover over, atone for sin and persons by legal rites 1b) (Pual) 1b1) to be covered over 1b2) to be atoned for 1c) (Hithpael) to be covered

Usage: Occurs in 94 OT verses. KJV: appease, make (an atonement, cleanse, disannul, forgive, be merciful, pacify, pardon, purge (away), put off, (make) reconcile(-liation). See also: Genesis 6:14; Leviticus 16:32; Psalms 65:4.

עָלָ֛י/ו ʻal H5921 "upon" Prep | Suff

This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.

בְּ/אֵ֥יל ʼayil H352 "ram" Prep | N-ms

A strong tree, like an oak or a ram, symbolizes strength and power, as seen in 1 Kings 7:2 where Solomon builds a house with strong pillars. It can also refer to a chief or leader, like in 1 Chronicles 12:14 where the leaders of the tribes are listed.

Definition: 1) ram 1a) ram (as food) 1b) ram (as sacrifice) 1c) ram (skin dyed red, for tabernacle)

Usage: Occurs in 171 OT verses. KJV: mighty (man), lintel, oak, post, ram, tree. See also: Genesis 15:9; Numbers 28:20; Psalms 66:15.

הָ/אָשָׁ֖ם ʼâshâm H817 "guilt (offering)" Art | N-ms

This Hebrew word refers to guilt or a fault, often requiring a sin offering. It is used to describe a trespass or offense against God, as seen in the book of Leviticus. The KJV translates it as guiltiness or trespass offering.

Definition: 1) guilt, offense, guiltiness 1a) offense, trespass, fault 1b) guilt, guiltiness 1c) compensation (for offense) 1d) trespass offering, guilt offering

Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: guiltiness, (offering for) sin, trespass (offering). See also: Genesis 26:10; Leviticus 14:25; Psalms 68:22.

וְ/נִסְלַ֥ח çâlach H5545 "to forgive" Conj | V-Niphal-3ms

To forgive is the meaning of this Hebrew word, used to describe God's pardon and mercy towards humanity, as seen in Psalm 86:5. It involves letting go of anger or resentment towards someone who has wronged us, and is a key concept in the Bible's teachings on love and relationships.

Definition: 1) to forgive, pardon 1a) (Qal) to forgive, pardon 1b) (Niphal) to be forgiven

Usage: Occurs in 45 OT verses. KJV: forgive, pardon, spare. See also: Exodus 34:9; 1 Kings 8:36; Psalms 25:11.

לֽ/וֹ "" Prep | Suff

Study Notes — Leviticus 5:16

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Context — Laws for Guilt Offerings

14Then the LORD said to Moses, 15“If someone acts unfaithfully and sins unintentionally against any of the LORD’s holy things, he must bring his guilt offering to the LORD: an unblemished ram from the flock, of proper value in silver shekels according to the sanctuary shekel; it is a guilt offering.

16Regarding any holy thing he has harmed, he must make restitution by adding a fifth of its value to it and giving it to the priest, who will make atonement on his behalf with the ram as a guilt offering, and he will be forgiven.

17If someone sins and violates any of the LORD’s commandments even though he was unaware, he is guilty and shall bear his punishment. 18He is to bring to the priest an unblemished ram of proper value from the flock as a guilt offering. Then the priest will make atonement on his behalf for the wrong he has committed in ignorance, and he will be forgiven.

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	Leviticus 22:14	If anyone eats a sacred offering in error, he must add a fifth to its value and give the sacred offering to the priest.
2	Numbers 5:7	and must confess the sin he has committed. He must make full restitution, add a fifth to its value, and give all this to the one he has wronged.
3	Leviticus 27:27	But if it is among the unclean animals, then he may redeem it according to your valuation and add a fifth of its value. If it is not redeemed, then it shall be sold according to your valuation.
4	Leviticus 27:31	If a man wishes to redeem part of his tithe, he must add a fifth to its value.
5	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.
6	Leviticus 6:4–5	once he has sinned and becomes guilty, he must return what he has stolen or taken by extortion, or the deposit entrusted to him, or the lost property he found, or anything else about which he has sworn falsely. He must make restitution in full, add a fifth of the value, and pay it to the owner on the day he acknowledges his guilt.
7	Leviticus 27:15	But if he who consecrated his house redeems it, he must add a fifth to the assessed value, and it will belong to him.
8	Leviticus 27:13	If, however, the owner decides to redeem the animal, he must add a fifth to its value.
9	Exodus 22:3–4	But if it happens after sunrise, there is guilt for his bloodshed. A thief must make full restitution; if he has nothing, he himself shall be sold for his theft. If what was stolen is actually found alive in his possession—whether ox or donkey or sheep—he must pay back double.
10	Acts 26:20	First to those in Damascus and Jerusalem, then to everyone in the region of Judea, and then to the Gentiles, I declared that they should repent and turn to God, performing deeds worthy of their repentance.

Leviticus 5:16 Summary

Leviticus 5:16 teaches us that when we unintentionally harm or neglect something sacred, we must take responsibility for our actions and make things right. This involves not only apologizing, but also making restitution by adding value to what was harmed, as a way of acknowledging the severity of our sin. Just as the priest in Leviticus 5:16 makes atonement on behalf of the offender, Jesus makes atonement for our sins through His sacrifice on the cross, as seen in Romans 3:25 and Hebrews 9:12-14. By seeking to make restitution and restore relationships, we can deepen our understanding of God's forgiveness and love for us, as expressed in Psalm 32:1-2 and 1 John 1:9.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of adding a fifth of the value to the harmed holy thing in Leviticus 5:16?

The addition of a fifth of the value to the harmed holy thing signifies the offender's willingness to make restitution and acknowledge the severity of their sin, as seen in Leviticus 5:16, and is reminiscent of the concept of restitution in Numbers 5:7-8.

How does the priest's role in Leviticus 5:16 relate to the concept of atonement?

The priest's role in making atonement on behalf of the offender in Leviticus 5:16 is a crucial aspect of the sacrificial system, as it underscores the need for a mediator between God and humanity, as highlighted in Hebrews 7:25 and Leviticus 4:20-21.

What is the relationship between the guilt offering and forgiveness in Leviticus 5:16?

The guilt offering in Leviticus 5:16 is a means of seeking forgiveness for unintentional sins, and it is through this offering that the offender can receive forgiveness, as seen in Psalm 32:1-2 and Leviticus 4:20-21.

How does Leviticus 5:16 relate to the New Testament concept of restitution and forgiveness?

The concept of restitution and forgiveness in Leviticus 5:16 is echoed in the New Testament, particularly in Matthew 5:23-24, where Jesus teaches about the importance of making amends and seeking forgiveness, and in 1 John 1:9, where it is written that God is faithful to forgive our sins.

Reflection Questions

What are some areas in my life where I may have unintentionally harmed or neglected something sacred, and how can I make restitution?
How can I apply the principle of adding a fifth of the value to my own life when I have wronged someone or something, and what does this reveal about my heart's attitude towards sin?
In what ways can I seek to make amends and restore relationships that have been damaged, just as the offender in Leviticus 5:16 seeks to make restitution for harming a holy thing?
What role does the concept of atonement play in my own life, and how can I deepen my understanding of the sacrifice that Jesus made on my behalf, as seen in Romans 3:25 and Hebrews 9:12-14?

Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 5:16

And he shall make amends for the harm that he hath done in the holy thing,.... This seems to favour the sense of the word "estimation", in the preceding verse, as understood of the estimate of the

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 5:16

And he shall make amends for the harm that he hath done in the holy thing, and shall add the fifth part thereto, and give it unto the priest: and the priest shall make an atonement for him with the

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 5:16

Shall add the fifth part; so much they were to add to holy things redeemed, ,15,19.

Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 5:16

Leviticus 5:16 And he shall make amends for the harm that he hath done in the holy thing, and shall add the fifth part thereto, and give it unto the priest: and the priest shall make an atonement for him with the ram of the trespass offering, and it shall be forgiven him.Ver. 16. And he shall make amends.] No remission without restitution. God abhors holocaustum ex rapina. And if ye make no restitution, ye shall cough in hell, said Father Latimer. Latimer’ s Sermons.

Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 5:16

(16) And he shall make amends.—As the sacrifice was simply to atone for the transgression, the offender was in the first place to make restitution of the full value of the principal which he had inadvertently appropriated. And shall add the fifth part thereto.—Besides paying the principal, the fifth part of the value of the holy property thus restored is to be added to the original amount. According to the rules which obtained in the time of Christ, the principal was estimated as four-fifths of the whole, and the lacking one-fifth was added. Thus, for instance, if the offender had consumed holy things to the value of four shekels, he had to pay five shekels, the fifth being added to the four. This, according to our mode of reckoning, is one-fourth. No distinction is here made whether the offender be the high priest, a prince, or a private individual.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 5:16

Verse 16. Shall make amends] Make restitution for the wrong he had done according to what is laid down in the preceding verse.

Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 5:16

Chs. Leviticus 5:14 to Leviticus 6:7. The Guilt-Offering Three cases where a Guilt-Offering should be brought are here specified: (a) 15, 16; if part of what is due to the Lord has been withheld. 15. commit a trespass] The Heb. word (mâ‘al) here and in Leviticus 6:2 is different from that which is rendered ‘be guilty,’ ‘bring guilt,’ and ‘guilt offering’ (trespass offering A.V.) in Leviticus 4:3 to Leviticus 5:7 (’âshâm). It means ‘to deal deceitfully.’ in the holy things of the Lord] i.e. by keeping back what is His due (e.g. tithes or firstfruits). The offender shall make restitution of what he has kept back unwittingly, adding a fifth part, and shall also bring as a Guilt-Offering a ram of sufficient value estimated after the shekel of the sanctuary. According to tradition this shekel was double the value of the ordinary shekel, but see A. R. S. Kennedy’s Art. Money, in HDB. iii. 422, or Lev. (Cent. Bible) p. 58, where he makes it to be ‘the so-called Phœnician silver shekel of 224 grains, and its value about 2 Samuel 9 d.’ It thus would weigh but little more than the Jewish shekels now extant. according to thy estimation] also in Leviticus 5:18 and Leviticus 6:6. in silver by shekels] i.e. the ram must be worth at the least two shekels. According to Tal. Bab. (Zebâḥ ?îm 90 b) it must be two years old.

Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 5:16

DEFECTS IN HOLY THINGS, Leviticus 5:14-19.15. Commit a trespass — This is the first time that the word îòì, to act treacherously, or to be faithless, is found in the Bible.

Sermons on Leviticus 5:16

	Sermon	Description
	(Exodus) Exodus 22:3-25 by J. Vernon McGee	In this sermon, the speaker discusses various laws and principles outlined in the Mosaic system given by God to His people. The speaker emphasizes the practicality and righteousnes
	(Christ—the Way God Makes Man Righteous) 7. Conviction Leads to Repentance by Denny Kenaston	In this sermon, Brother Denny emphasizes the importance of both reform and regeneration in the life of a believer. He explains that reform without regeneration leads to failure and
	Repentance by Richard Owen Roberts	This sermon emphasizes the essential nature of repentance in the Christian life, highlighting the misconception that repentance is unnecessary or solely a work. It delves into the
	The Doctrine of Repentance by Thomas Watson	Thomas Watson preaches on the Doctrine of Repentance, emphasizing the essential nature of repentance as a grace of God's Spirit that humbles and reforms sinners. He highlights the
	The Fruit of Forgiveness by Elisabeth Elliot	Elisabeth Elliot emphasizes the daily forgiveness we receive from God for various sins, highlighting the contrast between the magnitude of grace and the commonality of forgiveness.
	Lecture Xii. - How to Preach the Gospel. by Charles Finney	Charles Finney emphasizes the responsibility of individuals in preaching the Gospel and winning souls, asserting that conversion is a collaborative effort between God, truth, and m
	The Immoral "Christian" by David Servant	David Servant delivers a powerful sermon contrasting the hidden sins of a 'Peeping Tom' with the hypocritical behavior of a supposed follower of Christ who indulges in sexually-exp