Exodus 30:37

Exodus 30:38 asv — Whosoever shall make like unto that, to smell thereof, he shall be cut off from his people.

American Standard Version

"Whosoever shall make like unto that, to smell thereof, he shall be cut off from his people. "

— Exodus 30:38, American Standard Version

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KJV
“Whosoever shall make like unto that, to smell thereto, shall even be cut off from his people. ”
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WEB
“Whoever shall make any like that, to smell of it, he shall be cut off from his people."”
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NET
“Whoever makes anything like it, to use as perfume, will be cut off from his people.””
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DRB
“What man soever shall make the like, to enjoy the smell thereof, he shall perish out of his people. ”
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BBE
“Whoever makes any like it, for its sweet smell, will be cut off from his people.”
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KJVA
“Whosoever shall make like unto that, to smell thereto, shall even be cut off from his people. ”
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Exodus 30 — Context

and thou shalt make of it incense, a perfume after the art of the perfumer, seasoned with salt, pure and holy:

and thou shalt beat some of it very small, and put of it before the testimony in the tent of meeting, where I will meet with thee: it shall be unto you most holy.

And the incense which thou shalt make, according to the composition thereof ye shall not make for yourselves: it shall be unto thee holy for Jehovah.

Whosoever shall make like unto that, to smell thereof, he shall be cut off from his people.

Exodus 30:38 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 30:38 say?

Exodus 30:38 in the American Standard Version reads: “Whosoever shall make like unto that, to smell thereof, he shall be cut off from his people. ”

Where is Exodus 30:38 in the Bible?

Exodus 30:38 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 30, verse 38.

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 30:38.

What translation should I read Exodus 30:38 in?

Exodus 30:38 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 30:38?

Exodus 30:38 reads (ASV): “Whosoever shall make like unto that, to smell thereof, he shall be cut off from his people. ” 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.

Exodus 30:38 asv — Whosoever shall make like unto that, to smell thereof, he shall be cut off from his people.

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