Translations
Modern
None of you are to approach any close relative to have sexual relations. I am the LORD.
Traditional
None of you shall approach to any that is near of kin to him, to uncover their nakedness: I am the Lord.
Literal
Any man shall not draw near to any close relative of his flesh to uncover nakedness. I am YHWH.
Latin
Omnis homo ad proximam sanguinis sui non accedet, ut revelet turpitudinem ejus. Ego Dominus.
Original
Hebrew
English
None of you are to approach any close relative to have sexual relations. I am the LORD.
Notes
to have sexual relations (literally to uncover the nakedness of): Similar rules in chapter 20 of Leviticus use the Hebrew word shakab (which means “lie with”). This often indicates an improper sexual relationship.
Theme notes and profiles
Ancient Law Codes Family, Community, and Sexual Sin Holiness and Sexual Purity Holy War Human Sexuality
Parallels
Glossary
Archaeology and the Bible Biblical Concept of Law Deuteronomy, Book of History of Israel Incest Kinsman Leviticus, Book of Nations
Topics
Abomination to God: Incest Copulation: Forbidden Between Persons Near of Kin Incest: Defined and Forbidden Marriage: The Jews: Forbidden to Contract, with Their Near Relations Marriage: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To