Exodus 30:8 akjv — And when Aaron lights the lamps at even, he shall burn incense on it, a perpetual incense before the LORD throughout yo…

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"And when Aaron lights the lamps at even, he shall burn incense on it, a perpetual incense before the LORD throughout your generations. "

— Exodus 30:8, American King James Version

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“And when Aaron lighteth the lamps at even, he shall burn incense upon it, a perpetual incense before the Lord throughout your generations.”
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ASV
“And when Aaron lighteth the lamps at even, he shall burn it, a perpetual incense before Jehovah throughout your generations. ”
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WEB
“When Aaron lights the lamps at evening, he shall burn it, a perpetual incense before Yahweh throughout your generations.”
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NET
“When Aaron sets up the lamps around sundown he is to burn incense on it; it is to be a regular incense offering before the LORD throughout your generations.”
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DRB
“And when he shall place them in the evening, he shall burn an everlasting incense before the Lord throughout your generations.”
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BBE
“And every evening, when he puts the lights up in their places, the spices are to be burned, a sweet-smelling smoke going up before the Lord from generation to generation for ever.”
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KJVA
“And when Aaron lighteth the lamps at even, he shall burn incense upon it, a perpetual incense before the Lord throughout your generations.”
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Exodus 30 — Context

And you shall make the staves of shittim wood, and overlay them with gold.

And you shall put it before the veil that is by the ark of the testimony, before the mercy seat that is over the testimony, where I will meet with you.

And Aaron shall burn thereon sweet incense every morning: when he dresses the lamps, he shall burn incense on it.

And when Aaron lights the lamps at even, he shall burn incense on it, a perpetual incense before the LORD throughout your generations.

You shall offer no strange incense thereon, nor burnt sacrifice, nor meat offering; neither shall you pour drink offering thereon.

And Aaron shall make an atonement on the horns of it once in a year with the blood of the sin offering of atonements: once in the year shall he make atonement on it throughout your generations: it is most holy to the LORD. ¶

And the LORD spoke to Moses, saying,

Exodus 30:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 30:8 say?

Exodus 30:8 in the American King James Version reads: “And when Aaron lights the lamps at even, he shall burn incense on it, a perpetual incense before the LORD throughout your generations. ”

Where is Exodus 30:8 in the Bible?

Exodus 30:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 30, verse 8.

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 30:8.

What translation should I read Exodus 30:8 in?

Exodus 30:8 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 30:8?

Exodus 30:8 reads (AKJV): “And when Aaron lights the lamps at even, he shall burn incense on it, a perpetual incense before the LORD throughout your generations. ” 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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