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Exodus 12:3 · KJV

"Speak ye unto all the congregation of Israel, saying, In the tenth day of this month they shall take to them every man a lamb, according to the house of their fathers, a lamb for an house:"

King James Version

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Passage Context

1And the LORD spake unto Moses and Aaron in the land of Egypt, saying,
2This month shall be unto you the beginning of months: it shall be the first month of the year to you.
3Speak ye unto all the congregation of Israel, saying, In the tenth day of this month they shall take to them every man a lamb, according to the house of their fathers, a lamb for an house:
4And if the household be too little for the lamb, let him and his neighbour next unto his house take it according to the number of the souls; every man according to his eating shall make your count for the lamb.
5Your lamb shall be without blemish, a male of the first year: ye shall take it out from the sheep, or from the goats:

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Reflection Questions

1

How does God's command to take a lamb resonate with your understanding of sacrifice?

2

What does it mean for you to be part of a community that follows God's guidance?

3

When have you felt the importance of following specific instructions in your life?

Life Application

faith

Consider how you can actively participate in your faith community this week.

family

Discuss with your family the significance of traditions and their origins.

Connection to Jesus

typology

The lamb without blemish foreshadows Jesus, who is referred to as the Lamb of God, perfect and without sin.

See also: John 1:29

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