Leviticus 10:2 asv — And there came forth fire from before Jehovah, and devoured them, and they died before Jehovah.

American Standard Version

"And there came forth fire from before Jehovah, and devoured them, and they died before Jehovah. "

— Leviticus 10:2, American Standard Version

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Leviticus 10 — Context

1

And Nadab and Abihu, the sons of Aaron, took each of them his censer, and put fire therein, and laid incense thereon, and offered strange fire before Jehovah, which he had not commanded them.

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And there came forth fire from before Jehovah, and devoured them, and they died before Jehovah.

3

Then Moses said unto Aaron, This is it that Jehovah spake, saying, I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me, and before all the people I will be glorified. And Aaron held his peace.

4

And Moses called Mishael and Elzaphan, the sons of Uzziel the uncle of Aaron, and said unto them, Draw near, carry your brethren from before the sanctuary out of the camp.

5

So they drew near, and carried them in their coats out of the camp, as Moses had said.

Leviticus 10:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 10:2 say?
Leviticus 10:2 in the American Standard Version reads: “And there came forth fire from before Jehovah, and devoured them, and they died before Jehovah. ”
Where is Leviticus 10:2 in the Bible?
Leviticus 10:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 10, verse 2.
Who wrote Leviticus?
Leviticus is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Leviticus about?
Leviticus is Israel's handbook for holy living in the presence of a holy God. It details the sacrificial system, priestly duties, dietary and purity laws, and the festivals — all teaching that sin requires atonement and that God's people are called to be set apart.
What are the major themes of Leviticus?
Leviticus explores themes including Holiness, Sacrifice, Atonement, Priesthood, Purity. These themes shape the meaning and context of Leviticus 10:2.
What translation should I read Leviticus 10:2 in?
Leviticus 10:2 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 Leviticus 10:2?
Leviticus 10:2 reads (ASV): “And there came forth fire from before Jehovah, and devoured them, and they died before Jehovah. ” 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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