In Leviticus 16:21, this signifies the communication and transference of all the iniquities and sins of the Israelites. (Arcana Coelestia 1002[31]) It also signifies the removal of sins with people who were repentant. (Arcana Coelestia 9937[8])

In Daniel 8:5-8, this signifies faith separate from charity; and in respect to the Christian church, this signifies people in external truths by delight, caring not at all for internal truths, for, if they teach them, it is for personal gain. (Arcana Coelestia 4769[3], Apocalypse Revealed 586)