Leviticus 19:5 asv — And when ye offer a sacrifice of peace-offerings unto Jehovah, ye shall offer it that ye may be accepted.

American Standard Version

"And when ye offer a sacrifice of peace-offerings unto Jehovah, ye shall offer it that ye may be accepted. "

— Leviticus 19:5, American Standard Version

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Leviticus 19 — Context

2

Speak unto all the congregation of the children of Israel, and say unto them, Ye shall be holy; for I Jehovah your God am holy.

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Ye shall fear every man his mother, and his father; and ye shall keep my sabbaths: I am Jehovah your God.

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Turn ye not unto idols, nor make to yourselves molten gods: I am Jehovah your God.

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And when ye offer a sacrifice of peace-offerings unto Jehovah, ye shall offer it that ye may be accepted.

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It shall be eaten the same day ye offer it, and on the morrow: and if aught remain until the third day, it shall be burnt with fire.

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And if it be eaten at all on the third day, it is an abomination; it shall not be accepted:

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but every one that eateth it shall bear his iniquity, because he hath profaned the holy thing of Jehovah: and that soul shall be cut off from his people.

Leviticus 19:5 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 19:5 say?
Leviticus 19:5 in the American Standard Version reads: “And when ye offer a sacrifice of peace-offerings unto Jehovah, ye shall offer it that ye may be accepted. ”
Where is Leviticus 19:5 in the Bible?
Leviticus 19:5 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 19, verse 5.
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 19:5.
What translation should I read Leviticus 19:5 in?
Leviticus 19:5 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 19:5?
Leviticus 19:5 reads (ASV): “And when ye offer a sacrifice of peace-offerings unto Jehovah, ye shall offer it that ye may be accepted. ” 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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