Leviticus 21:20 nasb — or a hunchback or a dwarf, or one who has a defect in his eye or eczema or scabs or crushed testicles.

NASB

"or a hunchback or a dwarf, or one who has a defect in his eye or eczema or scabs or crushed testicles."

— Leviticus 21:20, NASB

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Leviticus 21 — Context

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"Speak to Aaron, saying, 'No man of your offspring throughout their generations who has a defect shall approach to offer the food of his God.

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'For no one who has a defect shall approach: a blind man, or a lame man, or he who has a disfigured face, or any deformed limb,

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or a man who has a broken foot or broken hand,

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or a hunchback or a dwarf, or one who has a defect in his eye or eczema or scabs or crushed testicles.

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'No man among the descendants of Aaron the priest who has a defect is to come near to offer the LORD'S offerings by fire; since he has a defect, he shall not come near to offer the food of his God.

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'He may eat the food of his God, both of the most holy and of the holy,

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only he shall not go in to the veil or come near the altar because he has a defect, so that he will not profane My sanctuaries. For I am the LORD who sanctifies them.'"

Leviticus 21:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 21:20 say?
Leviticus 21:20 in the NASB reads: “or a hunchback or a dwarf, or one who has a defect in his eye or eczema or scabs or crushed testicles.”
Where is Leviticus 21:20 in the Bible?
Leviticus 21:20 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 21, verse 20.
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 21:20.
What translation should I read Leviticus 21:20 in?
Leviticus 21:20 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 21:20?
Leviticus 21:20 reads (NASB): “or a hunchback or a dwarf, or one who has a defect in his eye or eczema or scabs or crushed testicles.” 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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