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An adult Israelite in plain earth-toned linen lays one hand upon the head of an unblemished living young male bull at the courtyard entrance. The bull stands calmly in profile. The man is the worshipper, not Moses. Closed sanctuary in background.
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Leviticus 1:3-4

A hand upon the offering

The Burnt Offering · Leviticus 1

Story guide: The worshipper brings an unblemished male and lays a hand on its head for acceptance and atonement.

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3If his offering is a burnt offering from the herd, he shall offer a male without blemish. He shall offer it at the entrance of the tent of meeting, that he may be accepted before Yahweh.

4And he shall lay his hand on the head of the burnt offering, and it shall be accepted for him to make atonement on his behalf.

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