Leviticus 11:45

For I am the LORD that bringeth you up out of the land of Egypt, to be your God: ye shall therefore be holy, for I am holy.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Leviticus 11:45

BSB

For I am the LORD, who brought you up out of the land of Egypt so that I would be your God; therefore be holy, because I am holy.

AKJV

For I am the LORD that brings you up out of the land of Egypt, to be your God: you shall therefore be holy, for I am holy.

CPDV

For I am the Lord, who led you away from the land of Egypt, so that I would be your God; you shall be holy, for I am Holy.

ERV

For I am the LORD that brought you up out of the land of Egypt, to be your God: ye shall therefore be holy, for I am holy.

NHEB

For I am the LORD who brought you up out of the land of Egypt, to be your God. You shall therefore be holy, for I am holy.

SMT

For I am Jehovah bringing up from the land of Egypt, to be to you for God: and ye shall be holy, for I am holy.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Leviticus 11:45

ForIamtheLORDH3068Proper NamethatbringethH5927VerbyouupoutofthelandH776Noun FeminineofEgyptH4714tobeyourGodH430Noun MasculineyeshallthereforebeholyH6918AdjectiveforIamholyH6918Adjective

Commentary for Leviticus 11:45

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Leviticus 11:45

Summary

God's redemptive action necessitates people's holiness

Place

Egypt

Event

Holiness standard proclaimed

Estimated Time Period

c. 1250 BC