Leviticus 21:8
Leviticus 21:8 in Multiple Translations
You are to regard him as holy, since he presents the food of your God. He shall be holy to you, because I the LORD am holy—I who set you apart.
Thou shalt sanctify him therefore; for he offereth the bread of thy God: he shall be holy unto thee: for I the LORD, which sanctify you, am holy.
Thou shalt sanctify him therefore; for he offereth the bread of thy God: he shall be holy unto thee; for I Jehovah, who sanctify you, am holy.
And he is to be holy in your eyes, for by him the bread of your God is offered; he is to be holy in your eyes, for I the Lord, who make you holy, am holy.
You shall consider him holy because he presents the food offerings to your God. He shall be holy to you, because I am holy. I am the Lord, and I chose you as my special people.
Thou shalt sanctifie him therefore, for he offereth the bread of thy God: he shall be holy vnto thee: for I the Lord, which sanctifie you, am holy.
and thou hast sanctified him, for the bread of thy God he is bringing near; he is holy to thee; for holy [am] I, Jehovah, sanctifying you.
Therefore you shall sanctify him, for he offers the bread of your God. He shall be holy to you, for I the LORD, who sanctify you, am holy.
Thou shalt sanctify him therefore, for he offereth the bread of thy God: he shall be holy to thee: for I the LORD, who sanctify you, am holy.
And offer the leaves of proposition. Let them therefore be holy, because I also am holy, the Lord, who sanctify them.
You must consider that you are holy, because you offer food to me, your God. Consider yourselves to be holy because I, Yahweh, the one who caused you to be priests and the one who enables you to be holy, am holy.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 21:8
Study Notes — Leviticus 21:8
- Context
- Cross References
- Leviticus 21:8 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 21:8
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 21:8
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 21:8
- Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 21:8
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 21:8
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 21:8
- Barnes' Notes on Leviticus 21:8
- Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 21:8
- Sermons on Leviticus 21:8
Context — Holiness Required of Priests
8You are to regard him as holy, since he presents the food of your God. He shall be holy to you, because I the LORD am holy—I who set you apart.
9If a priest’s daughter defiles herself by prostituting herself, she profanes her father; she must be burned in the fire. 10The priest who is highest among his brothers, who has had the anointing oil poured on his head and has been ordained to wear the priestly garments, must not let his hair hang loose or tear his garments.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Leviticus 20:7–8 | Consecrate yourselves, therefore, and be holy, because I am the LORD your God. And you shall keep My statutes and practice them. I am the LORD who sanctifies you. |
| 2 | Leviticus 19:2 | “Speak to the whole congregation of Israel and tell them: Be holy because I, the LORD your God, am holy. |
| 3 | Leviticus 11:44–45 | For I am the LORD your God; consecrate yourselves, therefore, and be holy, because I am holy. You must not defile yourselves by any creature that crawls along the ground. For I am the LORD, who brought you up out of the land of Egypt so that I would be your God; therefore be holy, because I am holy. |
| 4 | Leviticus 21:6 | They must be holy to their God and not profane the name of their God. Because they present to the LORD the offerings made by fire, the food of their God, they must be holy. |
| 5 | Hebrews 7:26 | Such a high priest truly befits us—One who is holy, innocent, undefiled, set apart from sinners, and exalted above the heavens. |
| 6 | John 17:19 | For them I sanctify Myself, so that they too may be sanctified by the truth. |
| 7 | Exodus 29:43–44 | I will also meet with the Israelites there, and that place will be consecrated by My glory. So I will consecrate the Tent of Meeting and the altar, and I will consecrate Aaron and his sons to serve Me as priests. |
| 8 | Exodus 19:10 | Then the LORD said to Moses, “Go to the people and consecrate them today and tomorrow. They must wash their clothes |
| 9 | Exodus 29:1 | “Now this is what you are to do to consecrate Aaron and his sons to serve Me as priests: Take a young bull and two rams without blemish, |
| 10 | John 10:36 | then what about the One whom the Father sanctified and sent into the world? How then can you accuse Me of blasphemy for stating that I am the Son of God? |
Leviticus 21:8 Summary
This verse reminds us that the priest's role is sacred because he offers sacrifices to God on behalf of the people. We are called to regard the priest as holy because of his special role, just as God is holy. As God says in Leviticus 21:8, 'I the LORD am holy—I who set you apart,' which means that God's holiness is the basis for our own holiness. By following God's commands and separating ourselves from sin, we can become more like Him, as seen in 1 Thessalonians 4:7, where we are called to live a holy life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does God command the people to regard the priest as holy?
God commands the people to regard the priest as holy because the priest presents the food of God, and this role requires a high level of spiritual purity, as seen in Leviticus 21:8 and supported by Exodus 19:6, where God calls His people to be a holy nation.
What does it mean for the priest to present the food of God?
The priest presenting the food of God refers to the priest's role in offering sacrifices and burnt offerings to God on behalf of the people, as described in Leviticus 1-7, which emphasizes the importance of these offerings as a means of worship and atonement.
Why is God's holiness emphasized in this verse?
God's holiness is emphasized in this verse to remind the people that their own holiness is a reflection of God's character, as stated in Leviticus 11:44-45 and 1 Peter 1:15-16, where God calls His people to be holy because He is holy.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of holiness in the Bible?
This verse is part of a larger theme of holiness in the Bible, which emphasizes the importance of separating oneself from sin and dedicating oneself to God, as seen in verses like Isaiah 6:3 and Revelation 4:8, where God's holiness is proclaimed by the seraphim and the four living creatures.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean for me to regard someone as holy, and how can I apply this principle in my relationships with others who are in spiritual leadership?
- In what ways can I present myself as a living sacrifice to God, as described in Romans 12:1, and how can this help me to grow in holiness?
- How does the concept of holiness impact my daily life, and what are some practical ways I can cultivate holiness in my thoughts, words, and actions?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to separate myself from sin and dedicate myself to God, as described in 2 Corinthians 6:17-18, and how can I take steps to do so?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 21:8
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 21:8
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 21:8
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 21:8
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 21:8
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 21:8
Barnes' Notes on Leviticus 21:8
Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 21:8
Sermons on Leviticus 21:8
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The Holiness of God by J. Glyn Owen | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the topic of the holiness of God. He emphasizes that holiness is not just a characteristic of God, but it also represents His will for His cre |
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What Is Gospel Holiness, or Sanctification? by Phoebe Palmer | Phoebe Palmer preaches on Gospel holiness, emphasizing that believers attain this state through faith in the infinite merit of Jesus Christ, presenting body and soul as a living sa |
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Is There Not a Shorter Way? by Phoebe Palmer | Phoebe Palmer preaches about the importance of seeking holiness and the 'shorter way' to achieve it, emphasizing the need for immediate obedience to God's command to be holy. She s |
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To Converts by Phoebe Palmer | Phoebe Palmer preaches about the privilege of young converts to be holy, sharing testimonies of individuals who experienced entire sanctification shortly after their conversion. Sh |
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How May We Enter Into the Enjoyment of Holiness? by Phoebe Palmer | Phoebe Palmer preaches about the necessity of fully fixing the intention to live a holy life, requiring deep searchings of the heart and surrendering any hindrances that may be pre |
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The Bible: Its Pentateuchal Structure by F.W. Grant | F.W. Grant delves into the Pentateuchal structure of the Bible, highlighting the significance of the five books of the Law as the structural basis of the entire Bible, with the Old |
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How to Obtain the Blessing by Charles William Butler | Charles William Butler preaches on how to obtain the blessing, emphasizing the importance of meeting the conditions laid down in the Word for each phase of salvation. He highlights |




