The Scapegoat.

In Leviticus 16 and verse 21 we learn of the place of the "scapegoat" in the life of the Israelite community.

"He(Aaron) is to lay both hands on the head of the live goat and confess over it all the wickedness and rebellion of the Israelites - all their sins - and put them on the goat's head."

The goat is then released into the desert.

We see that this is clearly the forerunner of the role of Jesus - He had all of our sins placed on Him, and was punished for our sin instead of us.

Isn't it amazing how the Scriptures, written over a period in excess of 1400 years by multiple authors, in different places presents us with a unity of thought and purpose.


Have a great day,

Peter Clark.