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Leviticus 21:4 · KJV

"But he shall not defile himself, being a chief man among his people, to profane himself."

King James Version

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Passage Context

2But for his kin, that is near unto him, that is, for his mother, and for his father, and for his son, and for his daughter, and for his brother,
3And for his sister a virgin, that is nigh unto him, which hath had no husband; for her may he be defiled.
4But he shall not defile himself, being a chief man among his people, to profane himself.
5They shall not make baldness upon their head, neither shall they shave off the corner of their beard, nor make any cuttings in their flesh.
6They shall be holy unto their God, and not profane the name of their God: for the offerings of the LORD made by fire, and the bread of their God, they do offer: therefore they shall be holy.

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Reflection Questions

1

What does it mean to you to maintain integrity in your position?

2

How do you ensure that your actions do not defile your reputation?

3

When have you felt the pressure to compromise your values?

Life Application

leadership

Reflect on your influence in your community. Strive to lead by example and uphold ethical standards.

integrity

Identify areas in your life where you can demonstrate greater integrity and commitment to your values.

People in This Verse

AaronOT

Moses' brother and spokesperson, who assisted in leading the Israelites out of Egypt.

First appearance: Exodus 4:14

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