Leviticus 22:31 bbe — So then, keep my orders and do them: I am the Lord.

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"So then, keep my orders and do them: I am the Lord."

— Leviticus 22:31, Bible in Basic English

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““You must be sure to do my commandments. I am the LORD.”
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Leviticus 22 — Context

A cow or a sheep may not be put to death with its young on the same day.

And when you make an offering of praise to the Lord, make it in a way which is pleasing to him.

Let it be used for food on the same day; do not keep any part of it till the morning: I am the Lord.

So then, keep my orders and do them: I am the Lord.

And do not make my holy name common; so that it may be kept holy by the children of Israel: I am the Lord who make you holy,

Who took you out of the land of Egypt that I might be your God: I am the Lord.

Leviticus 22:31 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 22:31 say?

Leviticus 22:31 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “So then, keep my orders and do them: I am the Lord.”

Where is Leviticus 22:31 in the Bible?

Leviticus 22:31 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 22, verse 31.

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 22:31.

What translation should I read Leviticus 22:31 in?

Leviticus 22:31 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 22:31?

Leviticus 22:31 reads (BBE): “So then, keep my orders and do them: I am the Lord.” 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.

Leviticus 22:31 bbe — So then, keep my orders and do them: I am the Lord.

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