Leviticus 11:45

Leviticus 11:45 Meaning and Explanation

For I am the LORD that bringeth you up out of the land of Egypt, to be your God: ye shall therefore be holy, for I am holy.

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God redeemed the people from Egypt to be their God; therefore they must be holy as He is holy.

The Context of Leviticus 11:45

Exodus redemption grounds the holiness requirement.

What Does Leviticus 11:45 Mean?

The exodus becomes the basis for the command. Redemption from slavery establishes a relationship: God is their God because He freed them.

Holiness follows naturally from this relationship. If God freed them, they belong to Him and must reflect His character.

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What does Leviticus 11:45 mean?

God redeemed the people from Egypt to be their God; therefore they must be holy as He is holy.

What is the context of Leviticus 11:45?

Exodus redemption grounds the holiness requirement.

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