Put the strongest beat on the second syllable.
- Syllable guide
- Le · vit · i · cus
- Read the spelling
- Leviticus
Try it slowly.
The strong beat is VIT. Keep the final kus short.
Say lih-VIT-ih-kus once at a comfortable pace, then bring the syllables together. Read the name or word again when you reach it in the Bible passage.
Leviticus in context
Leviticus is the third book of the Bible. It contains instructions concerning worship, offerings, holiness and community life.
Read Leviticus 19:2 in the World English Bible ↗Little questions, answered.
How do you pronounce Leviticus in English?
One common English pronunciation is lih-VIT-ih-kus. Emphasize the second syllable.
What is the Bible context for Leviticus?
Leviticus is the third book of the Bible. It contains instructions concerning worship, offerings, holiness and community life.
Does this guide describe the original ancient pronunciation?
This is an English reading aid. It is not a reconstruction of ancient Hebrew, Aramaic or Greek. English accents and church traditions can differ.
