Leviticus 21:23

Leviticus 21:23 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

23yet because of his defect, he must not go near the curtain or approach the altar, and so desecrate my sanctuary. I am the Lord, who makes them holy.’ ”

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New American Standard Bible - NASB (NASB2020)

23only he shall not come up to the veil or approach the altar, since he has an impairment, so that he does not profane My sanctuaries. For I am the Lord who sanctifies them.’ ”

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New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)

23only he shall not go in to the veil or come near the altar because he has a defect, so that he will not profane My sanctuaries. For I am the Lord who sanctifies them.’ ”

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Amplified Bible (AMP)

23but he shall not go within the veil or approach the altar [of incense], because he has a defect, so that he will not profane My sanctuaries; for I am the Lord who sanctifies them.’ ” [Heb 7:28]

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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

23but because he has a defect, he must not go near the veil or approach the altar, so as not to desecrate My sanctuaries. For I am the Lord who sanctifies them.’”

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New International Reader’s Version (NIrV)

23But because he has a flaw, he must not go near the curtain or approach the altar. If he does, he will make my sacred tent “unclean.” I am the Lord. I make everything holy.’ ”

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