Leviticus 21:15 net — He must not profane his children among his people, for I am the LORD who sanctifies him.’”

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"He must not profane his children among his people, for I am the LORD who sanctifies him.’”"

— Leviticus 21:15, NET Bible

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Leviticus 21 — Context

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He must not go out from the sanctuary and must not profane the sanctuary of his God, because the dedication of the anointing oil of his God is on him. I am the LORD.

13

He must take a wife who is a virgin.

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He must not marry a widow, a divorced woman, or one profaned by prostitution; he may only take a virgin from his people as a wife.

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He must not profane his children among his people, for I am the LORD who sanctifies him.’”

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Rules for the Priesthood The LORD spoke to Moses:

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“Tell Aaron,‘No man from your descendants throughout their generations who has a physical flaw is to approach to present the food of his God.

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Certainly no man who has a physical flaw is to approach: a blind man, or one who is lame, or one with a slit nose, or a limb too long,

Leviticus 21:15 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 21:15 say?
Leviticus 21:15 in the NET Bible reads: “He must not profane his children among his people, for I am the LORD who sanctifies him.’””
Where is Leviticus 21:15 in the Bible?
Leviticus 21:15 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 21, verse 15.
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 21:15.
What translation should I read Leviticus 21:15 in?
Leviticus 21:15 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 21:15?
Leviticus 21:15 reads (NET): “He must not profane his children among his people, for I am the LORD who sanctifies him.’”” 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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