Leviticus 19:2

Speak unto all the congregation of the children of Israel, and say unto them, Ye shall be holy: for I the LORD your God am holy.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Leviticus 19:2

BSB
"Speak to the whole congregation of Israel and tell them: Be holy because I, the LORD your God, am holy.
AKJV
Speak to all the congregation of the children of Israel, and say to them, You shall be holy: for I the LORD your God am holy.
CPDV
Speak to the entire assembly of the sons of Israel, and you shall say to them: Be holy, for I, the Lord your God, am holy.
ERV
Speak unto all the congregation of the children of Israel, and say unto them, Ye shall be holy: for I the LORD your God am holy.
NHEB
"Speak to all the congregation of the children of Israel, and tell them, 'You shall be holy; for I the LORD your God am holy.
SMT
Speak to the assembly of the sons of Israel, and say to them, Ye shall be holy, for I Jehovah your God am holy.

Commentary for Leviticus 19:2

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Leviticus 19:2
Summary
People must pursue sacred conduct matching divine nature
Event
Holiness requirement proclaimed
Estimated Time Period
c. 1450 BC
Category
Law