In the Grain Offering (Leviticus 2), which two ingredients were strictly forbidden from being included in the offering made by fire?
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Correct answer: Leaven and honey
Leviticus 2:11 states that no grain offering shall be made with leaven or honey. Leaven often symbolized corruption, while honey was frequently used in pagan ritual sacrifices.
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