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if his sin, in which he has sinned, be made known to him, he shall bring for his offering a goat, a male without blemish.

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Leaders Are Accountable

Matthew Henry's commentary emphasizes a crucial principle: even powerful rulers are accountable to God. When an unintentional sin is brought to their attention, whether by their own conscience or by the correction of others, they are required to seek atonement. This serves as a reminder that no one is above God's law and that leaders should humbly accept correction.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Leviticus 4:23

18th Century

Theologian

Or if his sin - Rather, And if his sin.

Come to his knowledge - That is, when he had become conscious of his sin.

A …

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Leviticus 4:23

19th Century

Bishop

Or if his sin. —This means, if he fails to see it himself, his sin is pointed out to him by another person.

A kid o…

John Gill

John Gill

On Leviticus 4:23

17th Century

Pastor

Or if his sin wherein he has sinned come to his
knowledge
Or rather, "and if his sin"…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Leviticus 4:22–26

17th Century

Minister

Those who have power to call others to account are themselves accountable to the Ruler of rulers. The sin of the ruler, committed through ignorance…