Leviticus 18:1

Unlawful Sexual Relations · Leviticus 18:1–30

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Translations

Modern

Then the LORD said to Moses,

Traditional

And the Lord spake unto Moses, saying,

Literal

And YHWH spoke to Moses, saying,

Latin

Locutus est Dominus ad Moysen, dicens:

Original

Hebrew

English

Then the LORD said to Moses,

Notes

Leviticus 18:1–20:27

Chapters 18 and 20 focus mainly on sexual matters. They warn Israel not to follow the practices of pagan peoples, whether in religion or in daily life. Between these chapters, chapter 19 urges the people to live holy lives in everyday situations.

Theme notes and profiles

Ancient Law Codes Holiness and Sexual Purity Holy War Human Sexuality

Parallels

Matthew 5:27–30

People

Moses: Prophet who led Israel out of Egypt

Glossary

Archaeology and the Bible Biblical Concept of Law Deuteronomy, Book of History of Israel Incest Kinsman Leviticus, Book of Nations

Leviticus 18:1

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