Leviticus 26:2 net — You must keep my Sabbaths and reverence my sanctuary. I am the LORD.

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"You must keep my Sabbaths and reverence my sanctuary. I am the LORD."

— Leviticus 26:2, NET Bible

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Leviticus 26 — Context

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Exhortation to Obedience“‘You must not make for yourselves idols, so you must not set up for yourselves a carved image or a pillar, and you must not place a sculpted stone in your land to bow down before it, for I am the LORD your God.

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You must keep my Sabbaths and reverence my sanctuary. I am the LORD.

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The Benefits of Obedience“‘If you walk in my statutes and are sure to obey my commandments,

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I will give you your rains in their time so that the land will give its yield and the trees of the field will produce their fruit.

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Threshing season will extend for you until the season for harvesting grapes, and the season for harvesting grapes will extend until sowing season, so you will eat your bread until you are satisfied, and you will live securely in your land.

Leviticus 26:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 26:2 say?
Leviticus 26:2 in the NET Bible reads: “You must keep my Sabbaths and reverence my sanctuary. I am the LORD.”
Where is Leviticus 26:2 in the Bible?
Leviticus 26:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 26, 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 26:2.
What translation should I read Leviticus 26:2 in?
Leviticus 26:2 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 26:2?
Leviticus 26:2 reads (NET): “You must keep my Sabbaths and reverence my sanctuary. 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.
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