How does Leviticus 5:11 function within the chapter?
Leviticus 5:11 (ESV)
11“But if he cannot afford two turtledoves or two pigeons, then he shall bring as his offering for the sin that he has committed a tenth of an ephah of fine flour for a sin offering. He shall put no oil on it and shall put no frankincense on it, for it is a sin offering.
Leviticus 5:11 introduces the final offering for the poorest or most destitute of the community. In this instance flour or grain is allowed to be used instead of an animal.
11 “But if he cannot afford two turtledoves or two pigeons, then he shall bring as his offering for the sin that he has committed a tenth of an ephah of fine flour for a sin offering. He shall put no oil on it and shall put no frankincense on it, for it is a sin offering.