Leviticus 19:32 cpdv — Rise up in the presence of a gray-haired head, and honor the reputation of an elder, and fear the Lord your God. I am t…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Rise up in the presence of a gray-haired head, and honor the reputation of an elder, and fear the Lord your God. I am the Lord. "

— Leviticus 19:32, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Leviticus 19 — Context

29

Do not prostitute your daughter, lest the land be contaminated and filled with crimes.

30

Observe my Sabbaths, and be apprehensive toward my Sanctuary. I am the Lord.

31

Do not turn aside to astrologers, nor consult with soothsayers, so as to be polluted through them. I am the Lord your God.

32

Rise up in the presence of a gray-haired head, and honor the reputation of an elder, and fear the Lord your God. I am the Lord.

33

If a newcomer lives in your land and abides among you, do not reproach him,

34

but let him be among you like one native born. And you shall love him as yourselves. For you were also newcomers in the land of Egypt. I am the Lord your God.

35

Do not be willing to accomplish iniquity in judgment, in lengths, in weights, in quantities.

Leviticus 19:32 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 19:32 say?
Leviticus 19:32 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Rise up in the presence of a gray-haired head, and honor the reputation of an elder, and fear the Lord your God. I am the Lord. ”
Where is Leviticus 19:32 in the Bible?
Leviticus 19:32 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 19, verse 32.
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 19:32.
What translation should I read Leviticus 19:32 in?
Leviticus 19:32 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 19:32?
Leviticus 19:32 reads (CPDV): “Rise up in the presence of a gray-haired head, and honor the reputation of an elder, and fear the Lord your God. I am the Lord. ” 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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