Leviticus 19:27 web — "'You shall not cut the hair on the sides of your heads, neither shall you clip off the edge of your beard.

World English Bible

""'You shall not cut the hair on the sides of your heads, neither shall you clip off the edge of your beard."

— Leviticus 19:27, World English Bible

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Leviticus 19 — Context

24

But in the fourth year all its fruit shall be holy, for giving praise to Yahweh.

25

In the fifth year you shall eat its fruit, that it may yield its increase to you. I am Yahweh your God.

26

"'You shall not eat any meat with the blood still in it; neither shall you use enchantments, nor practice sorcery.

27

"'You shall not cut the hair on the sides of your heads, neither shall you clip off the edge of your beard.

28

"'You shall not make any cuttings in your flesh for the dead, nor tattoo any marks on you. I am Yahweh.

29

"'Don't profane your daughter, to make her a prostitute; lest the land fall to prostitution, and the land become full of wickedness.

30

"'You shall keep my Sabbaths, and reverence my sanctuary; I am Yahweh.

Leviticus 19:27 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 19:27 say?
Leviticus 19:27 in the World English Bible reads: “"'You shall not cut the hair on the sides of your heads, neither shall you clip off the edge of your beard.”
Where is Leviticus 19:27 in the Bible?
Leviticus 19:27 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 19, verse 27.
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 19:27.
What translation should I read Leviticus 19:27 in?
Leviticus 19:27 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 19:27?
Leviticus 19:27 reads (WEB): “"'You shall not cut the hair on the sides of your heads, neither shall you clip off the edge of your beard.” 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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