Lev 4:31 | NET2full | STEP | Then he must remove all of its fat (just as fat was removed from the peace-offering sacrifice ), and the priest must offer it up in smoke on the altar for a soothing aroma to the Lord . So the priest will make atonement on his behalf , and he will be forgiven .

‏ Leviticus 4:31

31 Then he must remove all of its fat (just as fat was removed from the peace-offering sacrifice), and the priest must offer it up in smoke on the altar for a soothing aroma to the Lord. So the priest will make atonement ^{▼▼sn The focus of sin offering “atonement” was purging impurities from the tabernacle (see the note on Lev 1:4).} on his behalf, and he will be forgiven. ^{▼▼tn Heb “there shall be forgiveness to him” or “it shall be forgiven to him” (KJV similar).}