Exodus 30:29 web — You shall sanctify them, that they may be most holy. Whatever touches them shall be holy.

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"You shall sanctify them, that they may be most holy. Whatever touches them shall be holy."

— Exodus 30:29, World English Bible

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KJV
“And thou shalt sanctify them, that they may be most holy: whatsoever toucheth them shall be holy.”
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ASV
“And thou shalt sanctify them, that they may be most holy: whatsoever toucheth them shall be holy. ”
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NET
“So you are to sanctify them, and they will be most holy; anything that touches them will be holy.”
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DRB
“And thou shalt sanctify all, and they shall be most holy: he that shall touch them shall be sanctified.”
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BBE
“And you are to make them most holy; anything touching them will become holy.”
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KJVA
“And thou shalt sanctify them, that they may be most holy: whatsoever toucheth them shall be holy.”
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Exodus 30 — Context

You shall use it to anoint the Tent of Meeting, the ark of the testimony,

the table and all its articles, the lampstand and its accessories, the altar of incense,

the altar of burnt offering with all its utensils, and the basin with its base.

You shall sanctify them, that they may be most holy. Whatever touches them shall be holy.

You shall anoint Aaron and his sons, and sanctify them, that they may minister to me in the priest's office.

You shall speak to the children of Israel, saying, 'This shall be a holy anointing oil to me throughout your generations.

It shall not be poured on man's flesh, neither shall you make any like it, according to its composition: it is holy. It shall be holy to you.

Exodus 30:29 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 30:29 say?

Exodus 30:29 in the World English Bible reads: “You shall sanctify them, that they may be most holy. Whatever touches them shall be holy.”

Where is Exodus 30:29 in the Bible?

Exodus 30:29 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 30, verse 29.

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 30:29.

What translation should I read Exodus 30:29 in?

Exodus 30:29 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 30:29?

Exodus 30:29 reads (WEB): “You shall sanctify them, that they may be most holy. Whatever touches them shall be holy.” 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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