What is the context?
The command forbids sacrificing an ox or sheep with a defect or serious flaw. It continues the preceding concern that the Lord’s worship follow His instructions, rather than human convenience.
The distinction concerns animals offered in sacrifice. Chapter 15 has already distinguished such offerings from ordinary eating, where a defective animal could be used as food. The point is what is acceptable for this act of worship, not the worth of a person with a disability.
How is this passage commonly understood?
Wesley understands the named large and small animals as representative of sacrificial animals generally. The command does not permit giving the Lord what one has already decided is unsuitable for other use merely because it is available.
What is our position?
We don't have a position on this passage yet. When our study reaches a conclusion the text supports, it will appear here.
Where can I study this further?
No deeper study linked yet.