Atonement in OT

The OT laid down complex regulations by which the guilt of sin could be removed through the sacrificial system. Particular emphasis was placed upon the role of the high priest, who was required to make annual atonement for the sins of the people.

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The covenantal framework of atonement As God’s covenant partners, the Israelites undertook to keep his laws Ex 24:3 See also Dt 26:17; Jos 24:24 The sin offering made atonement for unintentional sins under the covenant Le 9:7 See also Le 4:13–14; Nu 15:22–26 The guilt offering atoned for sins where reparation…