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Religion of Israel
Human Sacrifice

Human Sacrifice

Human sacrifices took place in the world of the Old Testament, but probably only in very exceptional circumstances. God condemned these (child) sacrifices severely.

Why Did these Sacrifices Take Place?

Related Bible passages

Leviticus 20.2 - Leviticus 20.5 Jeremiah 32.35 2 Kings 16 Judges 11.30 - Judges 11.40 2 Kings 16.3

Religion of Israel

Offering
Altar
Animal Sacrifice
Burnt Offering
Grain Offering
Human Sacrifice
Incense Offering
Peace Offering
Sin Offering
Sin Offering [2]
Wine Offering

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