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Barnes' Notes on Leviticus 18:2

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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I am, the Lord your God - The frequent repetition of this formula in these parts of the Law may be intended to keep the Israelites in mind of their covenant with Yahweh in connection with the common affairs of life, in which they might be tempted to look at legal restrictions in a mere secular light. return to 'Top of Page'
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