Exodus 30:17 akjv — And the LORD spoke to Moses, saying,

American King James Version

"And the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, "

— Exodus 30:17, American King James Version

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Exodus 30 — Context

14

Every one that passes among them that are numbered, from twenty years old and above, shall give an offering to the LORD.

15

The rich shall not give more, and the poor shall not give less than half a shekel, when they give an offering to the LORD, to make an atonement for your souls.

16

And you shall take the atonement money of the children of Israel, and shall appoint it for the service of the tabernacle of the congregation; that it may be a memorial to the children of Israel before the LORD, to make an atonement for your souls. ¶

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And the LORD spoke to Moses, saying,

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You shall also make a laver of brass, and his foot also of brass, to wash with: and you shall put it between the tabernacle of the congregation and the altar, and you shall put water therein.

19

For Aaron and his sons shall wash their hands and their feet thereat:

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When they go into the tabernacle of the congregation, they shall wash with water, that they die not; or when they come near to the altar to minister, to burn offering made by fire to the LORD:

Exodus 30:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 30:17 say?
Exodus 30:17 in the American King James Version reads: “And the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, ”
Where is Exodus 30:17 in the Bible?
Exodus 30:17 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 30, verse 17.
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 30:17.
What translation should I read Exodus 30:17 in?
Exodus 30:17 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 30:17?
Exodus 30:17 reads (AKJV): “And the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, ” 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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