Deuteronomy 27:22

22 ¹“‘Cursed be anyone who lies with his sister, whether the daughter of his father or the daughter of his mother. ’ And all the people shall say, ‘Amen. ’

Deuteronomy 27:22 Meaning and Commentary

Deuteronomy 27:22

Cursed [be] he that lieth with his sister
Which is forbid, ( Leviticus 18:9 ) ; the daughter of his father, or the daughter of his mother;
whether his sister by father or mother's side: and all the people shall say Amen;
detesting such uncleanness.

Deuteronomy 27:22 In-Context

20 “‘Cursed be anyone who lies with his father’s wife, because he has uncovered his father’s nakedness. ’ And all the people shall say, ‘Amen. ’

21 “‘Cursed be anyone who lies with any kind of animal. ’ And all the people shall say, ‘Amen. ’

22 “‘Cursed be anyone who lies with his sister, whether the daughter of his father or the daughter of his mother. ’ And all the people shall say, ‘Amen. ’

23 “‘Cursed be anyone who lies with his mother-in-law. ’ And all the people shall say, ‘Amen. ’

24 “‘Cursed be anyone who strikes down his neighbor in secret. ’ And all the people shall say, ‘Amen. ’

Cross References

• 1. 27:22 Lev. 18:9; 20:17; [Ezek. 22:11]