Deuteronomy 15:21 net — If they have any kind of blemish– lameness, blindness, or anything else– you may not offer them as a sacrifice to the L…

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"If they have any kind of blemish– lameness, blindness, or anything else– you may not offer them as a sacrifice to the LORD your God."

— Deuteronomy 15:21, NET Bible

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Deuteronomy 15 — Context

18

You should not consider it difficult to let him go free, for he will have served you for six years, twice the time of a hired worker; the LORD your God will bless you in everything you do.

19

Giving God the Best You must set apart for the LORD your God every firstborn male born to your herds and flocks. You must not work the firstborn of your bulls or shear the firstborn of your flocks.

20

You and your household must eat them annually before the LORD your God in the place he chooses.

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If they have any kind of blemish– lameness, blindness, or anything else– you may not offer them as a sacrifice to the LORD your God.

22

You may eat it in your villages, whether you are ritually impure or clean, just as you would eat a gazelle or an ibex.

23

However, you must not eat its blood; you must pour it out on the ground like water.

Deuteronomy 15:21 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Deuteronomy 15:21 say?
Deuteronomy 15:21 in the NET Bible reads: “If they have any kind of blemish– lameness, blindness, or anything else– you may not offer them as a sacrifice to the LORD your God.”
Where is Deuteronomy 15:21 in the Bible?
Deuteronomy 15:21 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Deuteronomy, chapter 15, verse 21.
Who wrote Deuteronomy?
Deuteronomy is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). Largely framed as Moses' farewell speeches; the closing chapter narrating his death was likely added by Joshua or a later editor. It was written c. 1406 BC.
What is the book of Deuteronomy about?
Deuteronomy is Moses' final sermons to Israel before they enter the Promised Land — a renewed call to love and obey the LORD. It re-states the Law, rehearses Israel's history, and lays before the people blessing for obedience and curse for rebellion.
What are the major themes of Deuteronomy?
Deuteronomy explores themes including Covenant, Love, Obedience, Remembrance, Blessing & Curse. These themes shape the meaning and context of Deuteronomy 15:21.
What translation should I read Deuteronomy 15:21 in?
Deuteronomy 15:21 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Deuteronomy 15:21?
Deuteronomy 15:21 reads (NET): “If they have any kind of blemish– lameness, blindness, or anything else– you may not offer them as a sacrifice to the LORD your God.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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