Exodus 19:14 web — Moses went down from the mountain to the people, and sanctified the people; and they washed their clothes.

World English Bible

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

— Exodus 19:14, World English Bible

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Exodus 19 — Context

11

and be ready against the third day; for on the third day Yahweh will come down in the sight of all the people on Mount Sinai.

12

You shall set bounds to the people all around, saying, 'Be careful that you don't go up onto the mountain, or touch its border. Whoever touches the mountain shall be surely put to death.

13

No hand shall touch him, but he shall surely be stoned or shot through; whether it is animal or man, he shall not live.' When the trumpet sounds long, they shall come up to the mountain."

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

15

He said to the people, "Be ready by the third day. Don't have sexual relations with a woman."

16

It happened on the third day, when it was morning, that there were thunders and lightnings, and a thick cloud on the mountain, and the sound of an exceedingly loud trumpet; and all the people who were in the camp trembled.

17

Moses led the people out of the camp to meet God; and they stood at the lower part of the mountain.

Exodus 19:14 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 19:14 say?
Exodus 19:14 in the World English Bible reads: “Moses went down from the mountain to the people, and sanctified the people; and they washed their clothes.”
Where is Exodus 19:14 in the Bible?
Exodus 19:14 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 19, verse 14.
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 19:14.
What translation should I read Exodus 19:14 in?
Exodus 19:14 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 19:14?
Exodus 19:14 reads (WEB): “Moses went down from the mountain to the people, and sanctified the people; and they washed their clothes.” 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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