1. Lévitique 19:27–28 (NEG79)
  2. Explication du texte

What is the context of verse 27-28?

Lévitique 19:27–28 (NEG79)

27 Vous ne couperez point en rond les coins de votre chevelure, et tu ne raseras point les coins de ta barbe.

The context of Leviticus 19:27–28 is pagan mourning rituals. The Hebrews are not to cut the sides of their heads or mar their beards, common Canaanite practices (Deuteronomy 14:1).