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Biblical Reading and Reflection: Numbers 5

Alastair's Adversaria

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The Importance of the Memorial Offering in Leprosy

The woman is placed under a self maledictory oath. She calls down judgment upon herself if she has been unfait. Her co operation is expected as her preparedness to undergo the rite is an act of pleading innocence before the divine court and petitioning god for public vindication. The bitter water is the means of punishment or vindication. If the woman is guilty, there will be a marked and visible effect,. presumably accompanied by considerable pain or discomfort.

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