Translations
Modern
…who brought you out of the land of Egypt to be your God. I am the LORD.”
Traditional
That brought you out of the land of Egypt, to be your God: I am the Lord.
Literal
…the One bringing you out of the land of Egypt, to be your God. I am YHWH.”
Latin
…et eduxi de terra Ægypti, ut essem vobis in Deum. Ego Dominus.
Original
Hebrew
English
…who brought you out of the land of Egypt to be your God. 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.
Theme notes and profiles
Places
Egypt: Ancient nation; Israelites enslaved there; plagues and Exodus
Glossary
Biblical Concept of Law Deuteronomy, Book of History of Israel Leviticus, Book of