Leviticus 21:4

“But he shall not defile himself, being a chief man among his people, to profane himself.”

"But he shall not defile himself, being a chief man among his people, to profane himself." - Leviticus 21:4
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What does Leviticus 21:4 mean?

Leviticus 21:4 in the King James Version of the Bible reads, "But he shall not defile himself, being a chief man among his people, to profane himself." This verse is part of a larger passage in the book of Leviticus that outlines the standards for the behavior and conduct of the…

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The Weight of Holiness: Understanding Our Call as Leaders

In Leviticus 21:4, we read, "But he shall not defile himself, being a chief man among his people, to profane himself." This passage speaks to the unique responsibilities that come with leadership and the deep connection between holiness and influence. Although it addresses the…

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A Prayer for Holiness and Integrity Among Leaders

Heavenly Father, We come before You today with hearts full of reverence and a sincere desire to seek Your guidance and wisdom. In Your Word, You remind us of the profound responsibility that comes with leadership, especially for those who are appointed as chief among their…

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Leviticus 21:4 - "But he shall not defile himself, being a chief man among his people, to profane himself."
Leviticus 4:21 - "And he shall carry forth the bullock without the camp, and burn him as he burned the first bullock: it is a sin offering for the congregation."
Leviticus 23:21
Leviticus 23:21
Leviticus 23:21
Leviticus 23:21
Leviticus 23:21
Leviticus 23:21
Leviticus 21:19 - "Or a man that is brokenfooted, or brokenhanded,"
Leviticus 21:16 - "¶ And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying,"
Leviticus 21:13 - "And he shall take a wife in her virginity."
"Or a man that is brokenfooted, or brokenhanded," - Leviticus 21:19
"And he shall carry forth the bullock without the camp, and burn him as he burned the first bullock: it is a sin offering for the congregation." - Leviticus 4:21
Leviticus 21:22 - "He shall eat the bread of his God, both of the most holy, and of the holy."
Leviticus 21:24 - "And Moses told it unto Aaron, and to his sons, and unto all the children of Israel."
Leviticus 26: 4-6
Leviticus 26: 4-6
Leviticus 26: 4-6
Leviticus 9:21 - "And the breasts and the right shoulder Aaron waved for a wave offering before the LORD; as Moses commanded."
Leviticus 21:20 - "Or crookbackt, or a dwarf, or that hath a blemish in his eye, or be scurvy, or scabbed, or hath his stones broken;"
Leviticus 4:1 - "And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying,"
"¶ And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying," - Leviticus 21:16
Leviticus 24:21 - "And he that killeth a beast, he shall restore it: and he that killeth a man, he shall be put to death."
Leviticus 21:21 - "No man that hath a blemish of the seed of Aaron the priest shall come nigh to offer the offerings of the LORD made by fire: he hath a blemish; he shall not come nigh to offer the bread of his God."
Leviticus 27:4 - "And if it be a female, then thy estimation shall be thirty shekels."
Leviticus 25:21 - "Then I will command my blessing upon you in the sixth year, and it shall bring forth fruit for three years."
Leviticus 21:15 - "Neither shall he profane his seed among his people: for I the LORD do sanctify him."
Leviticus 21:3 - "And for his sister a virgin, that is nigh unto him, which hath had no husband; for her may he be defiled."
Leviticus 15:21 - "And whosoever toucheth her bed shall wash his clothes, and bathe himself in water, and be unclean until the even."