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New International Version
I myself will set my face against him and his family and will cut them off from their people together with all who follow him in prostituting themselves to Molek.

New Living Translation
I myself will turn against them and their families and will cut them off from the community. This will happen to all who commit spiritual prostitution by worshiping Molech.

English Standard Version
then I will set my face against that man and against his clan and will cut them off from among their people, him and all who follow him in whoring after Molech.

Berean Standard Bible
then I will set My face against that man and his family and cut off from among their people both him and all who follow him in prostituting themselves with Molech.

King James Bible
Then I will set my face against that man, and against his family, and will cut him off, and all that go a whoring after him, to commit whoredom with Molech, from among their people.

New King James Version
then I will set My face against that man and against his family; and I will cut him off from his people, and all who prostitute themselves with him to commit harlotry with Molech.

New American Standard Bible
then I Myself will set My face against that man and against his family, and I will cut off from among their people both him and all those who play the prostitute with him, by playing the prostitute with Molech.

NASB 1995
then I Myself will set My face against that man and against his family, and I will cut off from among their people both him and all those who play the harlot after him, by playing the harlot after Molech.

NASB 1977
then I Myself will set My face against that man and against his family; and I will cut off from among their people both him and all those who play the harlot after him, by playing the harlot after Molech.

Legacy Standard Bible
then I Myself will set My face against that man and against his family, and I will cut off from among their people both him and all those who play the harlot after him, in playing the harlot after Molech.

Amplified Bible
then I shall set My face against that man and against his [extended] family, and I will cut off from their people both him and all who follow him in playing the prostitute (commit apostasy) with Molech.

Christian Standard Bible
then I will turn against that man and his family, and cut off from their people both him and all who follow him in prostituting themselves with Molech.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
then I will turn against that man and his family, and cut off from their people both him and all who follow him in prostituting themselves with Molech.”

American Standard Version
then I will set my face against that man, and against his family, and will cut him off, and all that play the harlot after him, to play the harlot with Molech, from among their people.

Contemporary English Version
but not me. If any of you worship Molech, I will turn against you and your entire family, and I will no longer let you belong to my people.

English Revised Version
then I will set my face against that man, and against his family, and will cut him off, and all that go a whoring after him, to commit whoredom with Molech, from among their people.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
I will condemn them and their families. I will exclude them from the people. I will exclude from the people everyone who chases after Molech as if he were a prostitute.

Good News Translation
I myself will turn against you and your whole family and against all who join you in being unfaithful to me and worshiping Molech. I will no longer consider any of you my people.

International Standard Version
then I'll oppose that man and his family and eliminate him from contact with his people, along with all the prostitutes who accompany him and who have committed prostitution with Molech."

NET Bible
I myself will set my face against that man and his clan. I will cut off from the midst of their people both him and all who follow after him in spiritual prostitution, to commit prostitution by worshiping Molech.

New Heart English Bible
then I will set my face against that man, and against his family, and will cut him off, and all who play the prostitute after him, to play the prostitute with Moloch, from among their people.

Webster's Bible Translation
Then I will set my face against that man, and against his family, and will cut him off, and all that go astray after him, to commit lewdness with Molech from among their people.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
then I will set My face against that man and his family and cut off from among their people both him and all who follow him in prostituting themselves with Molech.

World English Bible
then I will set my face against that man and against his family, and will cut him off, and all who play the prostitute after him to play the prostitute with Molech, from among their people.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
then I have set My face against that man and against his family, and have cut him off, and all who are going whoring after him, even going whoring after the Molech, from the midst of their people.

Young's Literal Translation
then I have set My face against that man, and against his family, and have cut him off, and all who are going a-whoring after him, even going a-whoring after the Molech, from the midst of their people.

Smith's Literal Translation
And I set my face against that man and against his family, and I cut him off, and all committing fornication after him to commit fornication after Molech, from the midst of their people.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
I will set my face against that man, and his kindred, and will cut off both him and all that consented with him, to commit fornication with Moloch, out of the midst of their people.

Catholic Public Domain Version
I will set my face over that man and over his kindred, and I will cut down both him and all who consented with him to fornicate with Moloch, from the midst of their people.

New American Bible
I myself will turn against that individual and his or her family, and I will cut off from their people both the wrongdoer and all who follow this person by prostituting themselves with Molech.

New Revised Standard Version
I myself will set my face against them and against their family, and will cut them off from among their people, them and all who follow them in prostituting themselves to Molech.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
Then I will set my anger against that man and against his family, and will cut him off and all who go astray after him, because they go astray after alien women from among their people.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
I shall work my wrath in that man and in his family and I shall destroy him and everyone who strayed after him, because he strayed after an estranged woman from within their people.

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
then I will set My face against that man, and against his family, and will cut him off, and all that go astray after him, to go astray after Molech, from among their people.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
then will I set my face against that man and his family, and I will destroy him, and all who have been of one mind with him, so that he should go a whoring to the princes, from their people.

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Context

Punishments for Disobedience
…4And if the people of the land ever hide their eyes and fail to put to death the man who gives one of his children to Molech,5then I will set My face against that man and his family and cut off from among their people both him and all who follow him in prostituting themselves with Molech.6Whoever turns to mediums or spiritists to prostitute himself with them, I will also set My face against that person and cut him off from his people.…

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Cross References

Deuteronomy 18:10-12
Let no one be found among you who sacrifices his son or daughter in the fire, practices divination or conjury, interprets omens, practices sorcery, / casts spells, consults a medium or spiritist, or inquires of the dead. / For whoever does these things is detestable to the LORD. And because of these detestable things, the LORD your God is driving out the nations before you.

2 Kings 17:17
They sacrificed their sons and daughters in the fire and practiced divination and soothsaying. They devoted themselves to doing evil in the sight of the LORD, provoking Him to anger.

2 Kings 23:10
He also desecrated Topheth in the Valley of Ben-hinnom so that no one could sacrifice his son or daughter in the fire to Molech.

Jeremiah 32:35
They have built the high places of Baal in the Valley of Ben-hinnom to make their sons and daughters pass through the fire to Molech—something I never commanded them, nor had it ever entered My mind, that they should commit such an abomination and cause Judah to sin.

Ezekiel 16:20-21
You even took the sons and daughters you bore to Me and sacrificed them as food to idols. Was your prostitution not enough? / You slaughtered My children and delivered them up through the fire to idols.

Ezekiel 20:31
When you offer your gifts, sacrificing your sons in the fire, you continue to defile yourselves with all your idols to this day. So should I be consulted by you, O house of Israel? As surely as I live, declares the Lord GOD, I will not be consulted by you!

Ezekiel 23:37-39
For they have committed adultery, and blood is on their hands. They have committed adultery with their idols. They have even sacrificed their children, whom they bore to Me, in the fire as food for their idols. / They have also done this to Me: On that very same day, they defiled My sanctuary and profaned My Sabbaths. / On the very day they slaughtered their children for their idols, they entered My sanctuary to profane it. Yes, they did this inside My house.

Psalm 106:37-38
They sacrificed their sons and their daughters to demons. / They shed innocent blood—the blood of their sons and daughters, whom they sacrificed to the idols of Canaan, and the land was polluted with blood.

Isaiah 57:5
who burn with lust among the oaks, under every luxuriant tree, who slaughter your children in the valleys, under the clefts of the rocks?

1 Kings 11:7
At that time on a hill east of Jerusalem, Solomon built a high place for Chemosh the abomination of Moab and for Molech the abomination of the Ammonites.

2 Chronicles 28:3
Moreover, Ahaz burned incense in the Valley of Ben-hinnom and sacrificed his sons in the fire, according to the abominations of the nations that the LORD had driven out before the Israelites.

2 Chronicles 33:6
He sacrificed his sons in the fire in the Valley of Ben-hinnom. He practiced sorcery, divination, and witchcraft, and consulted mediums and spiritists. He did great evil in the sight of the LORD, provoking Him to anger.

Acts 7:43
You have taken along the tabernacle of Molech and the star of your god Rephan, the idols you made to worship. Therefore I will send you into exile beyond Babylon.’

Romans 1:24-25
Therefore God gave them over in the desires of their hearts to impurity for the dishonoring of their bodies with one another. / They exchanged the truth of God for a lie, and worshiped and served the creature rather than the Creator, who is forever worthy of praise! Amen.

1 Corinthians 10:20-21
No, but the sacrifices of pagans are offered to demons, not to God. And I do not want you to be participants with demons. / You cannot drink the cup of the Lord and the cup of demons too; you cannot partake in the table of the Lord and the table of demons too.

Treasury of Scripture

Then I will set my face against that man, and against his family, and will cut him off, and all that go a whoring after him, to commit prostitution with Molech, from among their people.

I will

Leviticus 17:10
And whatsoever manthere be of the house of Israel, or of the strangers that sojourn among you, that eateth any manner of blood; I will even set my face against that soul that eateth blood, and will cut him off from among his people.

against his

Exodus 20:5
Thou shalt not bow down thyself to them, nor serve them: for I the LORD thy Godam a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourthgeneration of them that hate me;

Jeremiah 32:28-35,39
Therefore thus saith the LORD; Behold, I will give this city into the hand of the Chaldeans, and into the hand of Nebuchadrezzar king of Babylon, and he shall take it: …

whoring

Leviticus 17:7
And they shall no more offer their sacrifices unto devils, after whom they have gone a whoring. This shall be a statute for ever unto them throughout their generations.

Psalm 106:39
Thus were they defiled with their own works, and went a whoring with their own inventions.

Jeremiah 3:2
Lift up thine eyes unto the high places, and see where thou hast not been lien with. In the ways hast thou sat for them, as the Arabian in the wilderness; and thou hast polluted the land with thy whoredoms and with thy wickedness.

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Leviticus 20

1.Of him who gives his seed to Moloch
4.Of him who favors such an one
6.Of going to wizards
7.Of sanctification
9.Of him who curses his parents
11.Of incest
13.Of sodomy
15.Of bestiality
18.Of uncleanness
22.Obedience is required with holiness
27.Wizards must be put to death

Study Bible

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then I will set My face against that man and his family
This phrase indicates God's direct opposition and judgment. In biblical terms, God setting His face against someone signifies His active disfavor and intention to punish. The family is included, highlighting the communal nature of sin and its consequences in ancient Israelite society. This reflects the covenantal relationship where the actions of an individual could impact the entire family unit, as seen in the story of Achan inJoshua 7.

and cut off from among their people
To be "cut off" implies a severe form of divine judgment, often understood as death or excommunication. This reflects the seriousness of idolatry and its threat to the holiness of the community. The phrase underscores the importance of maintaining purity and obedience within the covenant community, as seen in other passages likeExodus 12:15 andNumbers 15:30-31.

both him and all who follow him
This highlights the collective responsibility and the influence of leaders or individuals on others. It serves as a warning against leading others into sin, reminiscent of Jesus' warning inMatthew 18:6 about causing others to stumble. The communal aspect of sin and its consequences is a recurring theme in the Old Testament.

in prostituting themselves with Molech
The term "prostituting" is used metaphorically to describe idolatry, equating it with spiritual unfaithfulness. Molech worship involved detestable practices, including child sacrifice, which was strictly forbidden (Leviticus 18:21). This idolatry is seen as a betrayal of the covenant relationship with God, akin to adultery. The severity of the language underscores the abomination of such practices and the need for Israel to remain distinct from surrounding nations, as emphasized inDeuteronomy 12:29-31.

Persons / Places / Events

1.Molech
A pagan deity associated with child sacrifice, worshiped by some ancient Near Eastern cultures. The Israelites were explicitly forbidden from engaging in such practices.

2.The Israelites
God's chosen people, who were given the Law through Moses to set them apart from other nations and to guide them in holy living.

3.God (Yahweh)
The one true God who delivered the Israelites from Egypt and established a covenant with them, requiring their exclusive worship and obedience.

4.The Family
Refers to the household of the individual who engages in idolatry, indicating that the consequences of sin can extend beyond the individual to affect their family.

5.The Community
The broader Israelite community, which is called to maintain purity and holiness by adhering to God's commandments and rejecting idolatry.

Teaching Points

The Seriousness of Idolatry
Idolatry is not just a personal sin but a communal threat. It corrupts the worship of God and leads to severe consequences.

God's Holiness and Justice
God's response to idolatry reflects His holiness and justice. He cannot tolerate sin and will act to preserve the sanctity of His people.

The Impact of Sin on Families
Sin often has repercussions beyond the individual, affecting families and communities. This calls for vigilance in personal and communal holiness.

The Call to Separate from Sin
Believers are called to separate themselves from practices and influences that lead away from God, maintaining purity in worship and life.

The Importance of Obedience
Obedience to God's commands is crucial for maintaining a right relationship with Him and ensuring His blessings and protection.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Leviticus 20:5?

2.How does Leviticus 20:5 emphasize God's stance against idolatry and pagan practices?

3.What consequences does God outline for following Molech in Leviticus 20:5?

4.How can we guard against modern forms of idolatry in our lives today?

5.What other scriptures warn against turning to false gods and idols?

6.How can we apply the principles of Leviticus 20:5 in our community?

7.Why does Leviticus 20:5 emphasize God's wrath against idolatry and child sacrifice?

8.How does Leviticus 20:5 reflect the historical context of ancient Israelite society?

9.What theological implications does Leviticus 20:5 have on the concept of divine justice?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Leviticus 20?

11.What does the Bible say about child sacrifice?

12.Leviticus 18:5 promises life through obedience, yet Romans 3:20 says the Law can't grant righteousness. Is this an irreconcilable contradiction?

13.In Leviticus 20:2-5, why would an omniscient God require death for sacrificing children to Molek, yet historically many other cultures that practiced similar rites seemingly flourished?

14.Isaiah 57:5: Is there credible archaeological evidence that child sacrifice was widespread among Israelites, or is this an exaggerated polemic?

What Does Leviticus 20:5 Mean

then I will set My face against that man

“Then I will set My face against that man” (Leviticus 20:5) pictures God turning toward the sinner in deliberate, personal judgment.

• Setting His face signals determined opposition, not passive displeasure (Leviticus 17:10;Jeremiah 21:10;Psalm 34:16).

• It reminds us that sin is ultimately before God’s face; no hiding behind ritual or culture can shield the heart (Hebrews 4:13).

• Grace is real, but it is never permission to trifle with idolatry (Romans 2:4-5).

and his family

God adds “and his family,” showing that leadership in sin infects the household.

• The second commandment already warns that idolatry visits consequences “to the third and fourth generation” (Exodus 20:5;Deuteronomy 5:9).

• Examples such as Achan (Joshua 7:24-25) and Korah’s clan (Numbers 16:32-33) illustrate how family members suffer under a head’s rebellion.

• YetEzekiel 18:20 balances the picture: each person is accountable, and repentance breaks the chain (2 Chronicles 7:14).

and cut off from among their people

“To cut off” speaks of removal from covenant life.

• It can mean capital punishment (Exodus 31:14) or exile and loss of inheritance (Genesis 17:14;Leviticus 18:29).

• Being severed from the community also foreshadows eternal separation for the unrepentant (Matthew 25:41).

• Israel’s holiness depended on dealing decisively with open idolatry so the whole camp would not be defiled (Deuteronomy 13:5, 11).

both him and all who follow him

Judgment extends to any who side with evil.

• Sin gathers followers; therefore warning is public and sweeping (Proverbs 13:20;1 Corinthians 15:33).

• Leadership carries influence; God holds both instigators and willing accomplices responsible (Romans 1:32).

• The principle safeguards the purity of worship by discouraging clique-like rebellion (Numbers 25:4-5).

in prostituting themselves with Molech

“Molech” worship involved burning children (Leviticus 18:21;2 Kings 23:10). God calls this idolatry “prostitution” because it betrays the exclusive covenant bond, exchanging the living God for dead idols (Jeremiah 32:35;Hosea 4:12-13).

• The term evokes marital unfaithfulness, underscoring the intimacy God desires with His people (James 4:4).

• It also highlights the grotesque tradeoff: sacrificing life itself for supposed favor from a false god (Deuteronomy 12:31).

• Modern parallels arise wherever anything—even good things—demands ultimate allegiance over the Lord (Colossians 3:5).

summary

Leviticus 20:5 reveals God’s righteous resolve against idolatry: He personally opposes the offender, addresses the ripple effects on family, removes the contaminant from His people, and includes every willing participant in the verdict. Idolatry with Molech—or any rival—amounts to spiritual prostitution, a betrayal met with decisive justice. The verse therefore calls us to wholehearted loyalty, reminding us that the Holy One who sees all will not share His glory with another, yet graciously keeps His covenant with all who cling to Him alone.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(5)Then I will set my face.--In that case God himself will show His anger. (SeeLeviticus 20:3, andLeviticus 17:10.) He will interpose to execute just judgment.

And against his family.--Because they would naturally be privy to it, and aid and abet the father in this crime, they, as well as all those who joined in this idolatrous worship, will be cut off by God himself.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

then I
אֲנִ֧י(’ă·nî)
Pronoun - first person common singular
Strong's 589:I

will set
וְשַׂמְתִּ֨י(wə·śam·tî)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 7760:Put -- to put, place, set

My face
פָּנַ֛י(pā·nay)
Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common singular
Strong's 6440:The face

against that
הַה֖וּא(ha·hū)
Article | Pronoun - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1931:He, self, the same, this, that, as, are

man
בָּאִ֥ישׁ(bā·’îš)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 376:A man as an individual, a male person

and his family
וּבְמִשְׁפַּחְתּ֑וֹ(ū·ḇə·miš·paḥ·tōw)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 4940:A family, circle of relatives, a class, a species, sort, a tribe, people

and cut off
וְהִכְרַתִּ֨י(wə·hiḵ·rat·tî)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 3772:To cut, to destroy, consume, to covenant

from
מִקֶּ֥רֶב(miq·qe·reḇ)
Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 7130:The nearest part, the center

their people
עַמָּֽם׃(‘am·mām)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 5971:A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock

both him and all
כָּל־(kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605:The whole, all, any, every

who follow
אַחֲרָ֗יו(’a·ḥă·rāw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's 310:The hind or following part

him in prostituting
הַזֹּנִ֣ים(haz·zō·nîm)
Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 2181:To commit adultery, to commit idolatry

themselves with
אַחֲרֵ֥י(’a·ḥă·rê)
Preposition
Strong's 310:The hind or following part

Molech.
הַמֹּ֖לֶךְ(ham·mō·leḵ)
Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4432:Molech -- a heathen god to whom Israelites sacrificed children

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