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Leviticus 10:3

Then Moses said unto Aaron, This is it that the LORD spake, saying, I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me, and before all the people I will be glorified. And Aaron held his peace.

Leviticus 10:3 · King James Version

Meaning

When Moses said to Aaron, "This is it that the LORD spake," he was referencing a previous communication from God. The message was clear: God would be sanctified in those who come near Him, and His glory would be evident to all people. This instruction was a reminder of the importance of approaching God with reverence and awe, recognizing His holiness and majesty. Aaron's response, holding his peace, signifies his acceptance and understanding of the command. It serves as a lesson for us all to honor and glorify God in all we do, both in our private worship and in our interactions with others. By following this directive, we can fulfill our purpose of reflecting God's holiness and magnifying His glory in the world.

Theological Overview

When Moses told Aaron that the Lord had spoken, he was referring to the command that God would be sanctified in those who come near Him and be glorified before all the people. This indicates that when approaching the presence of the Lord, there is a need for sanctification and reverence. The word "sanctified" in this context means to be set apart as holy, pure, and consecrated. The term "glorified" signifies giving honor, praise, and recognition to God. Aaron's response of holding his peace after hearing these instructions could symbolize his acknowledgment and acceptance of the gravity of the situation. Through theological interpretation, this verse emphasizes the importance of approaching God with reverence and respect, acknowledging His holiness and giving Him glory in all things.

Leviticus 10:3 in other translations

American Standard Version

Then Moses said unto Aaron, This is it that Jehovah spake, saying, I will be sanctified in them that come nigh me, and before all the people I will be glorified. And Aaron held his peace.

World English Bible

Then Moses said to Aaron, “This is what Yahweh spoke of, saying, ‘I will show myself holy to those who come near me, and before all the people I will be glorified.’” Aaron held his peace.

Douay-Rheims

And Moses said to Aaron: This is what the Lord hath spoken. I will be sanctified in them that approach to me: and I will be glorified in the sight of all the people. And when Aaron heard this, he held his peace.

Geneva Bible (1599)

Then Moses sayde vnto Aaron, This is it that the Lord spake, saying, I will bee sanctified in the that come neere me, and before all the people I will be glorified: but Aaron held his peace.