Exodus 19:12 net — You must set boundaries for the people all around, saying,‘Take heed to yourselves not to go up on the mountain nor tou…

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"You must set boundaries for the people all around, saying,‘Take heed to yourselves not to go up on the mountain nor touch its edge. Whoever touches the mountain will surely be put to death!"

— Exodus 19:12, NET Bible

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Exodus 19 — Context

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The LORD said to Moses,“I am going to come to you in a dense cloud, so that the people may hear when I speak with you and so that they will always believe in you.” And Moses told the words of the people to the LORD.

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The LORD said to Moses,“Go to the people and sanctify them today and tomorrow, and make them wash their clothes

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and be ready for the third day, for on the third day the LORD will come down on Mount Sinai in the sight of all the people.

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You must set boundaries for the people all around, saying,‘Take heed to yourselves not to go up on the mountain nor touch its edge. Whoever touches the mountain will surely be put to death!

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No hand will touch him– but he will surely be stoned or shot through, whether a beast or a human being; he must not live.’ When the ram’s horn sounds a long blast they may go up on the mountain.”

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Then Moses went down from the mountain to the people and sanctified the people, and they washed their clothes.

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He said to the people,“Be ready for the third day. Do not approach your wives for marital relations.”

Exodus 19:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 19:12 say?
Exodus 19:12 in the NET Bible reads: “You must set boundaries for the people all around, saying,‘Take heed to yourselves not to go up on the mountain nor touch its edge. Whoever touches the mountain will surely be put to death!”
Where is Exodus 19:12 in the Bible?
Exodus 19:12 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 19, verse 12.
Who wrote Exodus?
Exodus is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Exodus about?
Exodus tells of Israel's deliverance from slavery in Egypt and the giving of the Law at Mount Sinai. Through the plagues, the Passover, the crossing of the Red Sea, and the covenant at Sinai, God reveals himself as Redeemer and comes to dwell among his people in the tabernacle.
What are the major themes of Exodus?
Exodus explores themes including Deliverance, Covenant, Law, God's Presence, Worship, Redemption. These themes shape the meaning and context of Exodus 19:12.
What translation should I read Exodus 19:12 in?
Exodus 19:12 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Exodus 19:12?
Exodus 19:12 reads (NET): “You must set boundaries for the people all around, saying,‘Take heed to yourselves not to go up on the mountain nor touch its edge. Whoever touches the mountain will surely be put to death!” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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