Leviticus 19:34 asv — The stranger that sojourneth with you shall be unto you as the home-born among you, and thou shalt love him as thyself;…

American Standard Version

"The stranger that sojourneth with you shall be unto you as the home-born among you, and thou shalt love him as thyself; for ye were sojourners in the land of Egypt: I am Jehovah your God. "

— Leviticus 19:34, American Standard Version

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Leviticus 19 — Context

31

Turn ye not unto them that have familiar spirits, nor unto the wizards; seek them not out, to be defiled by them: I am Jehovah your God.

32

Thou shalt rise up before the hoary head, and honor the face of the old man, and thou shalt fear thy God: I am Jehovah.

33

And if a stranger sojourn with thee in your land, ye shall not do him wrong.

34

The stranger that sojourneth with you shall be unto you as the home-born among you, and thou shalt love him as thyself; for ye were sojourners in the land of Egypt: I am Jehovah your God.

35

Ye shall do no unrighteousness in judgment, in measures of length, of weight, or of quantity.

36

Just balances, just weights, a just ephah, and a just hin, shall ye have: I am Jehovah your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt.

37

And ye shall observe all my statutes, and all mine ordinances, and do them: I am Jehovah.

Leviticus 19:34 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 19:34 say?
Leviticus 19:34 in the American Standard Version reads: “The stranger that sojourneth with you shall be unto you as the home-born among you, and thou shalt love him as thyself; for ye were sojourners in the land of Egypt: I am Jehovah your God. ”
Where is Leviticus 19:34 in the Bible?
Leviticus 19:34 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 19, verse 34.
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 19:34.
What translation should I read Leviticus 19:34 in?
Leviticus 19:34 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 19:34?
Leviticus 19:34 reads (ASV): “The stranger that sojourneth with you shall be unto you as the home-born among you, and thou shalt love him as thyself; for ye were sojourners in the land of Egypt: I am Jehovah your God. ” 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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