Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version You must stay at the entrance to the tent of meeting day and night for seven days and do what the LORD requires, so you will not die; for that is what I have been commanded.” New Living Translation Now stay at the entrance of the Tabernacle day and night for seven days, and do everything the LORD requires. If you fail to do this, you will die, for this is what the LORD has commanded.” English Standard Version At the entrance of the tent of meeting you shall remain day and night for seven days, performing what the LORD has charged, so that you do not die, for so I have been commanded.” Berean Standard Bible You must remain at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting day and night for seven days and keep the LORD’s charge so that you will not die, for this is what I have been commanded.” Berean Literal Bible And you⁺ shall stay at the door of the Tent of Meeting, day and night for seven days, and you⁺ shall keep the charge of YHWH, and you⁺ shall not die; for so I have been commanded.” King James Bible Therefore shall ye abide at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation day and night seven days, and keep the charge of the LORD, that ye die not: for so I am commanded. New King James Version Therefore you shall stay at the door of the tabernacle of meeting day and night for seven days, and keep the charge of the LORD, so that you may not die; for so I have been commanded.” New American Standard Bible At the doorway of the tent of meeting, moreover, you shall remain day and night for seven days and fulfill your duty to the LORD, so that you will not die; for so I have been commanded.” NASB 1995 “At the doorway of the tent of meeting, moreover, you shall remain day and night for seven days and keep the charge of the LORD, so that you will not die, for so I have been commanded.” NASB 1977 “At the doorway of the tent of meeting, moreover, you shall remain day and night for seven days, and keep the charge of the LORD, that you may not die, for so I have been commanded.” Legacy Standard Bible At the doorway of the tent of meeting, moreover, you shall remain day and night for seven days and keep the charge of Yahweh, so that you will not die, for so I have been commanded.” Amplified Bible You shall remain day and night for seven days at the doorway of the Tent of Meeting, doing what the Lord has required you to do, so that you will not die; for so I (Moses) have been commanded.” Berean Annotated Bible You⁺ must remain at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting day and night for seven days and keep the LORD’s {YHWH} charge so that you⁺ will not die, for this is what I have been commanded. Christian Standard Bible You must remain at the entrance to the tent of meeting day and night for seven days and keep the LORD’s charge so that you will not die, for this is what I was commanded.” Holman Christian Standard Bible You must remain at the entrance to the tent of meeting day and night for seven days and keep the LORD’s charge so that you will not die, for this is what I was commanded.” American Standard Version And at the door of the tent of meeting shall ye abide day and night seven days, and keep the charge of Jehovah, that ye die not: for so I am commanded. Contemporary English Version The LORD has told me that you must stay near the entrance to the tent for seven days and nights, or else you will die. English Revised Version And at the door of the tent of meeting shall ye abide day and night seven days, and keep the charge of the LORD, that ye die not: for so I am commanded. GOD'S WORD® Translation You will stay at the entrance to the tent of meeting day and night for seven days and serve as the LORD tells you. Then you will not die. This is what I was commanded." Good News Translation You must stay at the entrance of the Tent day and night for seven days, doing what the LORD has commanded. If you don't, you will die. This is what the LORD has commanded me." International Standard Version Stay seven days and nights at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting and attend to the service of the LORD, so that you won't die, because this is what I've commanded." NET Bible You must reside at the entrance of the Meeting Tent day and night for seven days and keep the charge of the LORD so that you will not die, for this is what I have been commanded." New Heart English Bible You shall stay at the door of the Tent of Meeting day and night seven days, and keep the LORD's command, that you do not die: for so I am commanded." Webster's Bible Translation Therefore shall ye abide at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation day and night seven days, and keep the charge of the LORD, that ye die not: for so I am commanded. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleYou must remain at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting day and night for seven days and keep the LORD’s charge so that you will not die, for this is what I have been commanded.” World English Bible You shall stay at the door of the Tent of Meeting day and night seven days, and keep Yahweh’s command, that you don’t die: for so I am commanded.” Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand you abide at the opening of the Tent of Meeting by day and by night [for] seven days, and you have kept the charge of YHWH, and do not die, for so I have been commanded.” Berean Literal Bible And you⁺ shall stay at the door of the Tent of Meeting, day and night for seven days, and you⁺ shall keep the charge of YHWH, and you⁺ shall not die; for so I have been commanded.” Young's Literal Translation and at the opening of the tent of meeting ye abide, by day and by night seven days, and ye have kept the charge of Jehovah, and die not, for so I have been commanded.' Smith's Literal Translation And at the door of the tent of appointment shall ye sit day and night seven days, and watch the watches of Jehovah, and ye shall not die: for so I was commanded. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleDay and night shall you remain in the tabernacle observing the watches of the Lord, lest you die: for so it hath been commanded me. Catholic Public Domain Version Day and night you shall remain in the tabernacle, observing the watches of the Lord, otherwise you shall die. For so it has been commanded to me.” New American Bible You must remain at the entrance of the tent of meeting day and night for seven days, carrying out the prescriptions of the LORD, so that you do not die, for this is the command I have received.” New Revised Standard Version You shall remain at the entrance of the tent of meeting day and night for seven days, keeping the LORD’s charge so that you do not die; for so I am commanded.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleTherefore you shall remain at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation day and night for seven days and keep the charge of the LORD'S observance, that you die not; for so I am commanded. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And remain inside the door of the Time Tabernacle for seven days, day and night, and keep the charge of LORD JEHOVAH and you shall not die, because thus I was commanded.” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And at the door of the tent of meeting shall ye abide day and night seven days, and keep the charge of the LORD, that ye die not; for so I am commanded. Brenton Septuagint Translation And ye shall remain seven days at the door of the tabernacle of witness, day and night; ye shall observe the ordinances of the Lord, that ye die not; for so has the Lord God commanded me. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Ram of Ordination…34What has been done today has been commanded by the LORD in order to make atonement on your behalf. 35You must remain at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting day and night for seven days and keep the LORD’s charge so that you will not die, for this is what I have been commanded.” 36So Aaron and his sons did everything the LORD had commanded through Moses.… Cross References You must remain at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting Exodus 29:4 Then present Aaron and his sons at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting and wash them with water. Numbers 3:7-8 They are to perform duties for him and for the whole congregation before the Tent of Meeting, attending to the service of the tabernacle. / They shall take care of all the furnishings of the Tent of Meeting and fulfill obligations for the Israelites by attending to the service of the tabernacle. Numbers 18:3-4 And they shall attend to your duties and to all the duties of the Tent; but they must not come near to the furnishings of the sanctuary or the altar, or both they and you will die. / They are to join you and attend to the duties of the Tent of Meeting, doing all the work at the Tent; but no outsider may come near you. day and night for seven days Exodus 29:35 This is what you are to do for Aaron and his sons based on all that I have commanded you, taking seven days to ordain them. Exodus 29:30 The son who succeeds him as priest and enters the Tent of Meeting to minister in the Holy Place must wear them for seven days. Exodus 29:37 For seven days you shall make atonement for the altar and consecrate it. Then the altar will become most holy; whatever touches the altar will be holy. and keep the LORD’s charge Numbers 9:19 Even when the cloud lingered over the tabernacle for many days, the Israelites kept the LORD’s charge and did not set out. Numbers 9:23 They camped at the LORD’s command, and they set out at the LORD’s command; they carried out the LORD’s charge according to His command through Moses. 1 Chronicles 23:32 So the Levites were to carry out the responsibilities for the Tent of Meeting and the Holy Place, and, under their brothers the descendants of Aaron, the service of the house of the LORD. so that you will not die, Numbers 18:22 No longer may the Israelites come near to the Tent of Meeting, or they will incur guilt and die. Exodus 28:35 Aaron must wear the robe whenever he ministers, and its sound will be heard when he enters or exits the sanctuary before the LORD, so that he will not die. Numbers 4:15 When Aaron and his sons have finished covering the holy objects and all their equipment, as soon as the camp is ready to move, the Kohathites shall come and do the carrying. But they must not touch the holy objects, or they will die. These are the transportation duties of the Kohathites regarding the Tent of Meeting. for this is what I have been commanded.” Leviticus 10:13 You shall eat it in a holy place, because it is your share and your sons’ share of the food offerings to the LORD; for this is what I have been commanded. Exodus 39:42-43 The Israelites had done all the work just as the LORD had commanded Moses. / And Moses inspected all the work and saw that they had accomplished it just as the LORD had commanded. So Moses blessed them. Exodus 40:16 Moses did everything just as the LORD had commanded him. Numbers 3:10 So you shall appoint Aaron and his sons to carry out the duties of the priesthood; but any outsider who approaches the tabernacle must be put to death.” Treasury of Scripture Therefore shall you abide at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation day and night seven days, and keep the charge of the LORD, that you die not: for so I am commanded. the tabernacle Leviticus 14:8 And he that is to be cleansed shall wash his clothes, and shave off all his hair, and wash himself in water, that he may be clean: and after that he shall come into the camp, and shall tarry abroad out of his tent seven days. Exodus 29:35 And thus shalt thou do unto Aaron, and to his sons, according to all things which I have commanded thee: seven days shalt thou consecrate them. Numbers 19:12 He shall purify himself with it on the third day, and on the seventh day he shall be clean: but if he purify not himself the third day, then the seventh day he shall not be clean. keep Leviticus 8:30 And Moses took of the anointing oil, and of the blood which was upon the altar, and sprinkled it upon Aaron, and upon his garments, and upon his sons, and upon his sons' garments with him; and sanctified Aaron, and his garments, and his sons, and his sons' garments with him. Leviticus 10:1 And Nadab and Abihu, the sons of Aaron, took either of them his censer, and put fire therein, and put incense thereon, and offered strange fire before the LORD, which he commanded them not. Numbers 3:7 And they shall keep his charge, and the charge of the whole congregation before the tabernacle of the congregation, to do the service of the tabernacle. Jump to Previous Abide Charge Charged Command Commanded Congregation Death Die Door Doorway Entrance Kept Meeting Moreover Night Opening Performing Requires Seven Tabernacle Tent WatchJump to Next Abide Charge Charged Command Commanded Congregation Death Die Door Doorway Entrance Kept Meeting Moreover Night Opening Performing Requires Seven Tabernacle Tent WatchLeviticus 8 1. Moses consecrates Aaron and his sons14. Their sin offering 18. Their burnt offering 22. The ram of consecration 31. The place and time of their consecration You must remain at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting This command was given to Aaron and his sons during their consecration as priests. The Tent of Meeting, also known as the Tabernacle, was the central place of worship for the Israelites during their wilderness journey. It symbolized God's presence among His people. Remaining at the entrance signifies a period of dedication and separation unto God, emphasizing the seriousness of their priestly duties. day and night for seven days and keep the LORD’s charge so that you will not die for this is what I have been commanded.” Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites who is responsible for consecrating Aaron and his sons as priests. 2. Aaron and his sons The first priests of Israel, who are being consecrated for their priestly duties. 3. Tent of Meeting The sacred place where God meets with Moses and the priests, and where the consecration ceremony takes place. 4. Consecration Ceremony A seven-day ritual commanded by God to set apart Aaron and his sons for their priestly service. 5. The LORD’s Charge The divine command given to Aaron and his sons to remain at the Tent of Meeting and fulfill their duties. Teaching Points Obedience to God’s CommandsThe importance of following God's instructions precisely, as Aaron and his sons were required to do, highlights the seriousness of obedience in our spiritual lives. The Role of Consecration Consecration is a setting apart for holy purposes. As believers, we are called to live consecrated lives, dedicated to God’s service. The Significance of the Priesthood The priesthood in Leviticus points to the ultimate priesthood of Christ. Understanding this helps us appreciate the role of Jesus as our High Priest. The Presence of God Remaining at the Tent of Meeting symbolizes dwelling in God’s presence. We are encouraged to cultivate a continual awareness of God’s presence in our daily lives. The Seriousness of Sin and Death The warning of death for disobedience underscores the gravity of sin and the need for atonement, which is ultimately fulfilled in Christ. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Leviticus 8:35?2. How does Leviticus 8:35 emphasize the importance of obedience to God's commands? 3. What role does the tabernacle play in the consecration process described in Leviticus 8:35? 4. How can we apply the principle of vigilance from Leviticus 8:35 in our lives? 5. What connections exist between Leviticus 8:35 and New Testament teachings on priesthood? 6. How does Leviticus 8:35 illustrate the seriousness of God's instructions for worship? 7. What is the significance of Leviticus 8:35 in the context of priestly duties? 8. How does Leviticus 8:35 reflect the importance of obedience in religious practice? 9. Why is the command in Leviticus 8:35 crucial for understanding Old Testament rituals? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Leviticus 8? 11. How can Leviticus 8's insistence on a seven-day ordination period be reconciled with other references in the Old Testament that imply different consecration timelines? 12. How does the ritual laying on of hands in Numbers 8:10 align or conflict with other priestly consecration rites in the Torah? 13. (Leviticus 6:14-18) Is the precise handling of grain offerings reasonable given the nomadic conditions of the Israelites, and is there archaeological support for these meticulous procedures? 14. In Leviticus 9:6, the text promises that God's glory will appear to the people. How can this be historically verified or tested in light of skepticism regarding supernatural events? What Does Leviticus 8:35 Mean "You must remain"• God’s first word is not a suggestion but a mandate. Aaron and his sons are told to “remain,” much like Noah was told to “enter the ark” (Genesis 7:1) and Abraham to “go” (Genesis 12:1). • Obedience precedes usefulness; before the priests offer sacrifices for Israel, they must simply stay where the LORD puts them. Compare John 15:10—“If you keep My commandments, you will remain in My love.” "at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting" • The doorway is the threshold between holy space and the camp. Exodus 33:7-11 shows Moses meeting the LORD there; now the priests are stationed in that same place. • Remaining at the entrance keeps them close enough to hear God (Leviticus 1:1) and visible enough to remind Israel that access to God is mediated through ordained servants. • For believers today, Christ is the true “door” (John 10:9); priests at the doorway foreshadow our constant approach through Him (Hebrews 10:19-22). "day and night for seven days" • Seven days complete the ordination cycle (Exodus 29:35-37). The full week mirrors God’s creation rhythm (Genesis 2:2-3), signaling a new work beginning through these priests. • “Day and night” underscores uninterrupted devotion. Psalm 134:1 honors servants who “stand by night in the house of the LORD.” • The period also tests endurance; ministry is not a moment but a continual calling (2 Timothy 4:2—“be ready in season and out of season”). "and keep the LORD’s charge" • “Charge” means the duties and safeguards of worship. Numbers 3:8 and 18:5 use the same wording to describe guarding the tabernacle from defilement. • Their charge includes offering sacrifices, maintaining the fire (Leviticus 6:12-13), and teaching statutes (Deuteronomy 33:10). • Faithfulness protects both priest and people. Paul echoes this stewardship: “Guard what has been entrusted to you” (1 Timothy 6:20). "so that you will not die" • Holiness is not optional; violating it brings death, as Nadab and Abihu soon learn (Leviticus 10:1-2). • Exodus 28:35 and 30:20-21 give similar warnings for priestly garments and washing. The consequence highlights God’s righteousness and the seriousness of drawing near. • Hebrews 10:31 reminds New-Covenant believers, “It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God,” yet mercy is provided through Christ’s once-for-all sacrifice (Hebrews 10:12). "for this is what I have been commanded" • Moses speaks as the mediator who received direct instruction (Exodus 25:9; 40:16). The authority is divine, not human tradition. • Jesus models the same submission: “I do exactly what the Father has commanded Me” (John 14:31). • When God commands, blessing follows obedience; when He is ignored, judgment follows—illustrated throughout Israel’s history (Deuteronomy 28). summary Leviticus 8:35 calls newly ordained priests to remain at God’s appointed place, around the clock, for a full seven-day consecration, faithfully guarding every detail of worship under threat of death, because the command comes directly from the LORD. The passage underscores that access to a holy God requires continuous obedience, vigilant stewardship, and humble submission to His authoritative word—principles that still shape the life of every believer who serves in Christ today. Hebrew You must remainתֵּשְׁב֨וּ (tê·šə·ḇū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine plural Strong's 3427: To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry at the entrance וּפֶתַח֩ (ū·p̄e·ṯaḥ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 6607: An opening, door, entrance way to the Tent אֹ֨הֶל (’ō·hel) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 168: A tent of Meeting מוֹעֵ֜ד (mō·w·‘êḏ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4150: Appointed time, place, or meeting day יוֹמָ֤ם (yō·w·mām) Adverb Strong's 3119: Daytime, by day and night וָלַ֙יְלָה֙ (wā·lay·lāh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3915: A twist, night, adversity for seven שִׁבְעַ֣ת (šiḇ·‘aṯ) Number - masculine singular construct Strong's 7651: Seven, seven times, a week, an indefinite number days יָמִ֔ים (yā·mîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3117: A day and keep וּשְׁמַרְתֶּ֛ם (ū·šə·mar·tem) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - second person masculine plural Strong's 8104: To hedge about, guard, to protect, attend to the LORD’s יְהוָ֖ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel charge מִשְׁמֶ֥רֶת (miš·me·reṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 4931: A guard, watch, charge, function so that you will not וְלֹ֣א (wə·lō) Conjunctive waw | Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no die, תָמ֑וּתוּ (ṯā·mū·ṯū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine plural Strong's 4191: To die, to kill for כִּי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction this is what כֵ֖ן (ḵên) Adverb Strong's 3651: So -- thus I have been commanded.” צֻוֵּֽיתִי׃ (ṣuw·wê·ṯî) Verb - Pual - Perfect - first person common singular Strong's 6680: To lay charge (upon), give charge (to), command, order Links Leviticus 8:35 NIVLeviticus 8:35 NLT Leviticus 8:35 ESV Leviticus 8:35 NASB Leviticus 8:35 KJV Leviticus 8:35 BibleApps.com Leviticus 8:35 Biblia Paralela Leviticus 8:35 Chinese Bible Leviticus 8:35 French Bible Leviticus 8:35 Catholic Bible OT Law: Leviticus 8:35 You shall stay at the door (Le Lv Lev.) |
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