What does Leviticus 19:2 mean?

Leviticus 19:2 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Leviticus 19:2 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Speak unto all the congregation of the children of Israel, and say unto them, Ye shall be holy: for I the LORD your God am holy.

1And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying,

2Speak unto all the congregation of the children of Israel, and say unto them, Ye shall be holy: for I the LORD your God am holy.

3Ye shall fear every man his mother, and his father, and keep my sabbaths: I am the LORD your God.

4Turn ye not unto idols, nor make to yourselves molten gods: I am the LORD your God.

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