The Fifth Part

In Leviticus 6:5, if someone has sworn falsely, they are required to restore what they took or lost, plus an additional fifth of its value. This represents complete restitution. The term "principle" here refers to the initial requirement of restoration. Christ similarly restored humanity to God, as our sins were the fundamental problem. Just like forgiving someone requires making amends, Christ's sacrifice served as the full payment for our sins. God does not grant forgiveness without full restitution, and Christ's blood was the ultimate payment, achieving complete restoration between humanity and God. This complete restoration means God fully forgives us and does not hold past sins against us, as they have been entirely paid through Christ.