In the Guilt Offering (Leviticus 6), if someone cheated another person, what was the restitution requirement in addition to the sacrifice?
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Correct answer: Return the original amount plus one-fifth
For sins involving a breach of trust or theft of property, the offender had to restore the full value plus an additional 20% (one-fifth) to the victim. This emphasized both spiritual atonement and social justice.
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