Leviticus 18:20 cpdv — You shall not have sexual intercourse with your neighbor’s wife, nor shall you be defiled by the mingling of seed.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"You shall not have sexual intercourse with your neighbor’s wife, nor shall you be defiled by the mingling of seed. "

— Leviticus 18:20, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Leviticus 18 — Context

17

You shall not uncover the nakedness of your wife and her daughter. You shall not take her son’s daughter or her daughter’s daughter, so as to uncover her dishonor; for they are her flesh, and such sexual intercourse is incest.

18

You shall not take your wife’s sister as a rival mistress; nor shall you uncover her nakedness, while your wife is still living.

19

You shall not approach a woman who is undergoing menstruation, nor shall you uncover her foulness.

20

You shall not have sexual intercourse with your neighbor’s wife, nor shall you be defiled by the mingling of seed.

21

You shall not give some of your seed to be consecrated to the idol Moloch, nor to pollute the name of your God. I am the Lord.

22

You shall not commit sexual acts with a male, in place of sexual intercourse with a female, for this is an abomination.

23

You shall not commit sexual acts with any animal, nor shall you be defiled by it. A woman shall not lie down with a beast, nor commit sexual acts with it; for this is wickedness.

Leviticus 18:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 18:20 say?
Leviticus 18:20 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “You shall not have sexual intercourse with your neighbor’s wife, nor shall you be defiled by the mingling of seed. ”
Where is Leviticus 18:20 in the Bible?
Leviticus 18:20 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 18, verse 20.
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 18:20.
What translation should I read Leviticus 18:20 in?
Leviticus 18:20 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 18:20?
Leviticus 18:20 reads (CPDV): “You shall not have sexual intercourse with your neighbor’s wife, nor shall you be defiled by the mingling of seed. ” 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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