Translations
Modern
It must be eaten that same day. Do not leave any of it until morning. I am the LORD.
Traditional
On the same day it shall be eaten up; ye shall leave none of it until the morrow: I am the Lord.
Literal
On that day it shall be eaten; you shall leave none of it until morning. I am YHWH.
Latin
…eodem die comedetis eam: non remanebit quidquam in mane alterius diei. Ego Dominus.
Original
Hebrew
English
It must be eaten that same day. Do not leave any of it until morning. I am the LORD.
Notes
This section, which discusses priestly rules, six times repeats the phrase I am the Lord who sanctifies (Leviticus 21:15, 23; 22:9, 16, 32; see also 21:8). These words emphasize the link between God's holiness and the holiness expected of priests. This extended to all of Israel (see 8:10; 11:44–45; 19:2). The text specifically addresses priests in 21:1–22:16, while including both clergy and common people in 22:17–33.
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Glossary
Biblical Concept of Law Deuteronomy, Book of History of Israel Leviticus, Book of