Leviticus 20:4 Meaning and Explanation
“And if the people of the land do any ways hide their eyes from the man, when he giveth of his seed unto Molech, and kill him not:”
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Read Full Chapter →If the community fails to execute someone sacrificing to Molech, they share responsibility for the crime.
The Context of Leviticus 20:4
The community bears responsibility to enforce judgment on Molech worship.
What Does Leviticus 20:4 Mean?
This verse places collective responsibility on the entire community: deliberate blindness or indifference to such grave sin makes the people themselves liable. The phrase 'hide their eyes' denotes willful neglect of covenant obligation and communal duty.
By not enforcing the law, the people become complicit in the transgression, showing that maintaining holiness is a shared commitment. Tolerance of such violation would compromise the entire community's standing before God.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 20:4
What does Leviticus 20:4 mean?
If the community fails to execute someone sacrificing to Molech, they share responsibility for the crime.
What is the context of Leviticus 20:4?
The community bears responsibility to enforce judgment on Molech worship.