Leviticus Chapter 27

Leviticus 27 Summary: Meaning, Themes & Reflection

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1. Then the LORD said to Moses, 2. “Speak to the Israelites and say to them, ‘When someone makes a special vow to the LORD involving the value of persons, 3. if the valuation concerns a male from twenty to sixty years of age, then your valuation shall be fifty shekels of silver, according to the sanctuary shekel. 4. Or if it is a female, then your valuation shall be thirty shekels. 5. And if the person is from five to twenty years of age, then your valuation for the male shall be twenty shekels, and for the female ten shekels. 6. Now if the person is from one month to five years of age, then your valuation for the male shall be five shekels of silver, and for the female three shekels of silver. 7. And if the person is sixty years of age or older, then your valuation shall be fifteen shekels for the male and ten shekels for the female. 8. But if the one making the vow is too poor to pay the valuation, he is to present the person before the priest, who shall set the value according to what the one making the vow can afford. 9. If he vows an animal that may be brought as an offering to the LORD, any such animal given to the LORD shall be holy. 10. He must not replace it or exchange it, either good for bad or bad for good. But if he does substitute one animal for another, both that animal and its substitute will be holy. 11. But if the vow involves any of the unclean animals that may not be brought as an offering to the LORD, the animal must be presented before the priest. 12. The priest shall set its value, whether high or low; as the priest values it, the price will be set. 13. If, however, the owner decides to redeem the animal, he must add a fifth to its value. 14. Now if a man consecrates his house as holy to the LORD, then the priest shall value it either as good or bad. The price will stand just as the priest values it. 15. But if he who consecrated his house redeems it, he must add a fifth to the assessed value, and it will belong to him. 16. If a man consecrates to the LORD a parcel of his land, then your valuation shall be proportional to the seed required for it—fifty shekels of silver for every homer of barley seed. 17. If he consecrates his field during the Year of Jubilee, the price will stand according to your valuation. 18. But if he consecrates his field after the Jubilee, the priest is to calculate the price in proportion to the years left until the next Year of Jubilee, so that your valuation will be reduced. 19. And if the one who consecrated the field decides to redeem it, he must add a fifth to the assessed value, and it shall belong to him. 20. If, however, he does not redeem the field, or if he has sold it to another man, it may no longer be redeemed. 21. When the field is released in the Jubilee, it will become holy, like a field devoted to the LORD; it becomes the property of the priests. 22. Now if a man consecrates to the LORD a field he has purchased, which is not a part of his own property, 23. then the priest shall calculate for him the value up to the Year of Jubilee, and the man shall pay the assessed value on that day as a sacred offering to the LORD. 24. In the Year of Jubilee the field shall return to the one from whom it was bought—the original owner of the land. 25. Every valuation will be according to the sanctuary shekel, twenty gerahs to the shekel. 26. But no one may consecrate a firstborn of the livestock, because a firstborn belongs to the LORD. Whether it is an ox or a sheep, it is the LORD’s. 27. But if it is among the unclean animals, then he may redeem it according to your valuation and add a fifth of its value. If it is not redeemed, then it shall be sold according to your valuation. 28. Nothing that a man sets apart to the LORD from all he owns—whether a man, an animal, or his inherited land—can be sold or redeemed; everything so devoted is most holy to the LORD. 29. No person set apart for destruction may be ransomed; he must surely be put to death. 30. Thus any tithe from the land, whether from the seed of the land or the fruit of the trees, belongs to the LORD; it is holy to the LORD. 31. If a man wishes to redeem part of his tithe, he must add a fifth to its value. 32. Every tenth animal from the herd or flock that passes under the shepherd’s rod will be holy to the LORD. 33. He must not inspect whether it is good or bad, and he shall not make any substitution. But if he does make a substitution, both the animal and its substitute shall become holy; they cannot be redeemed.’” 34. These are the commandments that the LORD gave to Moses for the Israelites on Mount Sinai.

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Key Themes and Application

Background

This chapter of Scripture reveals important truths about God's character and His relationship with His people. The 34 Bible verses in this passage offer wisdom that applies to our daily lives.

Main Message

This passage contains timeless wisdom that speaks to believers across generations.

Life Application

  • Read these verses slowly and prayerfully, asking God to speak to you
  • Consider how this passage applies to your current circumstances
  • Journal about what God is teaching you through this Scripture
  • Share these insights with friends or in a small group setting

Reflection Questions

  • What stands out to you most in these 34 Bible verses?
  • How does this passage challenge or encourage you today?
  • What is God inviting you to do or believe through this Scripture?
  • Who in your life needs to hear the message of these verses?

About These 34 Bible Verses

Reading the Bible is more than just checking off a task on your list. When you open these 34 Bible verses from Leviticus, you are entering into a conversation with God that has spanned thousands of years.

This chapter of Scripture invites you to slow down and listen. The words on these pages have comforted, challenged, and guided countless believers throughout history. As you read this passage, remember that God speaks through His Word to meet you right where you are.

Many people find it helpful to read these verses multiple times. First, read to understand the overall message. Then read again to notice specific words or phrases that stand out. Finally, read once more asking God to show you how this Scripture applies to your life today.

Why Study This Passage?

For Personal Growth

These 34 Bible verses offer wisdom for your journey. As you meditate on this passage, God uses His Word to shape your character, deepen your faith, and guide your decisions.

For Group Study

This chapter provides rich material for discussion. Reading these Bible verses with others allows you to gain new perspectives and encourage one another in faith.

For Teaching and Preaching

Pastors and teachers find in this passage timeless truths to share. The themes in these verses speak to people of all ages and backgrounds.

For Prayer and Worship

Let these words become your prayer. As you read, turn the verses into conversations with God, thanking Him for His promises and seeking His guidance.

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