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600 B

blemish

Facts

The term "blemish" refers to a defect or imperfection in an animal. It also refers figuratively to spiritual imperfections and faults in people

  • The Israelites were instructed by God to offer an unblemished animal for certain sacrifices. This animal had no physical defects.
  • This is a picture of how Jesus Christ was the perfect sacrifice, without any sin.
  • Believers in Christ have been cleansed from their sin by his blood and are considered to be without blemish.
  • Ways to translate this term could include, "defect" or "imperfection" or "sin," depending on the context.