Heb.9.22

And almost all things are by the law purged with blood; and without shedding of blood is no remission.

Heb.9.22

That accounts for the prominence of blood and death in all these secondary practices that point to the realities of heaven. It also accounts for why, when the real thing takes place, these animal sacrifices aren't needed anymore, having served their purpose.

Heb.9.22

In fact, the law requires that nearly everything be cleansed with blood, and without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness.

Heb.9.22

And according to the law almost all things are purified with blood, and without shedding of blood there is no remission.