Leviticus 19:3 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Ye shall fear every man his mother, and his father, and keep my sabbaths: I am the LORD your God.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Each of you must respect your mother and father, and keep my Sabbath days holy. I am the LORD your God.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is commanding His people to honor their parents and keep the Sabbath, showing that both family relationships and worship are sacred to Him.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of the Holiness Code given to the Israelites after their exodus from Egypt. God was establishing moral and religious laws to set His people apart from the pagan nations around them. The command links family honor with religious observance, showing that godly living encompasses both personal relationships and worship practices.

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