Deuteronomy 27:22

22 " "God's curse on anyone who has intercourse with his sister or half sister.' 1 "And all the people will answer, "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 " "God's curse on anyone who disgraces his father by having intercourse with any of his father's wives.' "And all the people will answer, "Amen!'
21 " "God's curse on anyone who has sexual relations with an animal.' "And all the people will answer, "Amen!'
22 " "God's curse on anyone who has intercourse with his sister or half sister.' "And all the people will answer, "Amen!'
23 " "God's curse on anyone who has intercourse with his mother-in-law.' "And all the people will answer, "Amen!'
24 " "God's curse on anyone who secretly commits murder.' "And all the people will answer, "Amen!'

Cross References 1

  • 1. 27.22Leviticus 18.9; 20.17.
Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.