Leviticus 22:16 asv — and so cause them to bear the iniquity that bringeth guilt, when they eat their holy things: for I am Jehovah who sanct…

American Standard Version

"and so cause them to bear the iniquity that bringeth guilt, when they eat their holy things: for I am Jehovah who sanctifieth them. "

— Leviticus 22:16, American Standard Version

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Leviticus 22 — Context

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But if a priest’s daughter be a widow, or divorced, and have no child, and be returned unto her father’s house, as in her youth, she shall eat of her father’s bread: but there shall no stranger eat thereof.

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And if a man eat of the holy thing unwittingly, then he shall put the fifth part thereof unto it, and shall give unto the priest the holy thing.

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And they shall not profane the holy things of the children of Israel, which they offer unto Jehovah,

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and so cause them to bear the iniquity that bringeth guilt, when they eat their holy things: for I am Jehovah who sanctifieth them.

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And Jehovah spake unto Moses, saying,

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Speak unto Aaron, and to his sons, and unto all the children of Israel, and say unto them, Whosoever he be of the house of Israel, or of the sojourners in Israel, that offereth his oblation, whether it be any of their vows, or any of their freewill-offerings, which they offer unto Jehovah for a burnt-offering;

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that ye may be accepted, ye shall offer a male without blemish, of the bullocks, of the sheep, or of the goats.

Leviticus 22:16 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 22:16 say?
Leviticus 22:16 in the American Standard Version reads: “and so cause them to bear the iniquity that bringeth guilt, when they eat their holy things: for I am Jehovah who sanctifieth them. ”
Where is Leviticus 22:16 in the Bible?
Leviticus 22:16 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 22, verse 16.
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 22:16.
What translation should I read Leviticus 22:16 in?
Leviticus 22:16 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 22:16?
Leviticus 22:16 reads (ASV): “and so cause them to bear the iniquity that bringeth guilt, when they eat their holy things: for I am Jehovah who sanctifieth them. ” 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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