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Numbers 15 - Introduction

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The chapter contains a miscellaneous collection of priestly laws on five different subjects:

(a) Numbers 15:1. The proper meal-offerings and libations which should accompany burnt- and peace-offerings.

(b) Numbers 15:17. The contribution of the -first of -arîsôth."

(c) Numbers 15:22. Propitiatory offerings for inadvertent transgressions.

(d) Numbers 15:32. The penalty for working on the Sabbath.

(e) Numbers 15:37. The tassels to be worn at the corners of garments.

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