"Speak to all the congregation of the sons of Israel and say to them, 'You shall be holy, for I the LORD your God am holy.
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'Every one of you shall reverence his mother and his father, and you shall keep My sabbaths; I am the LORD your God.
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'Do not turn to idols or make for yourselves molten gods; I am the LORD your God.
Leviticus 19:1 — Frequently Asked Questions
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What does Leviticus 19:1 say?
Leviticus 19:1 in the NASB reads: “Then the LORD spoke to Moses, saying:”
Where is Leviticus 19:1 in the Bible?
Leviticus 19:1 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 19, verse 1.
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 19:1.
What translation should I read Leviticus 19:1 in?
Leviticus 19:1 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 19:1?
Leviticus 19:1 reads (NASB): “Then the LORD spoke to Moses, saying:” 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.