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The Theology Mill

Andrew Remington Rillera / Sacrifice and Atonement in the Bible

May 14, 2024
Andrew Remington Rillera, Assistant professor of biblical studies, discusses sacrificial understandings of Jesus's death. Topics cover penal substitutionary atonement, rethinking sacrificial practices, and the significance of atonement in the Bible.
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  • Sacrifices in the Hebrew Bible serve as sacred meals honoring God and commemorating life, emphasizing community and celebration.
  • Atoning sacrifices decontaminate sacred spaces, maintaining purity and holiness through rituals to address impurities and sin.

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Function of Sacrifices as Sacred Meals

The primary function of sacrifices in the Hebrew Bible is to serve as sacred meals, emphasizing a shared meal between the priest, the offerer, and God. Sacrifices are seen as gifts offered as food with celebratory and commemorative aspects to honor God.

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