Leviticus 23:2 kjv — Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them, Concerning the feasts of the Lord, which ye shall proclaim to be…

King James Version

"Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them, Concerning the feasts of the Lord, which ye shall proclaim to be holy convocations, even these are my feasts."

— Leviticus 23:2, King James Version

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Leviticus 23 — Context

1

And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying,

2

Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them, Concerning the feasts of the Lord, which ye shall proclaim to be holy convocations, even these are my feasts.

3

Six days shall work be done: but the seventh day is the sabbath of rest, an holy convocation; ye shall do no work therein: it is the sabbath of the Lord in all your dwellings.

4

These are the feasts of the Lord, even holy convocations, which ye shall proclaim in their seasons.

5

In the fourteenth day of the first month at even is the Lord’s passover.

Leviticus 23:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 23:2 say?
Leviticus 23:2 in the King James Version reads: “Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them, Concerning the feasts of the Lord, which ye shall proclaim to be holy convocations, even these are my feasts.”
Where is Leviticus 23:2 in the Bible?
Leviticus 23:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 23, verse 2.
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 23:2.
What translation should I read Leviticus 23:2 in?
Leviticus 23:2 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 23:2?
Leviticus 23:2 reads (KJV): “Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them, Concerning the feasts of the Lord, which ye shall proclaim to be holy convocations, even these are my feasts.” 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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