Leviticus 24:23-1964 bbe — And Moses said these words to the children of Israel, and they took the man who had been cursing outside the tent-circl…

Leviticus 24:23-1964 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “And Moses said these words to the children of Israel, and they took the man who had been cursing outside the tent-circle and had him stoned. The children of Israel did as the Lord gave orders to Moses.”

Leviticus 24:23-1964 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 24, verses 23–1964.

Leviticus is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.

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.

Leviticus explores themes including Holiness, Sacrifice, Atonement, Priesthood, Purity. These themes shape the meaning and context of Leviticus 24:23-1964.

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Leviticus 24:23-1964 reads (BBE): “And Moses said these words to the children of Israel, and they took the man who had been cursing outside the tent-circle and had him stoned. The children of Israel did as the Lord gave orders to Moses.” 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.