Leviticus 27:17

Arabic KEH Ketab El Hayat (كتاب الحياة)

فَإِنْ كَرَّسَ حَقْلَهُ فِي سَنَةِ الْيُوبِيلِ فَإِنَّهُ يَقُومُ بِدَفْعِ مَا تَمَّ تَقْدِيرُهُ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse talks about how a field that is set apart for the Lord should be valued from the year of Jubilee. God is speaking through Moses, and the key message is that the value of the field is fixed based on the year of Jubilee.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a special toy that you want to give to your friend for their birthday. If you decide to give it to them, it should be based on how much you value it now, even if you plan to give it to them later. This is like how God says to value the field from the year of Jubilee.

Historical Background

Leviticus was written by Moses around 1446-1406 BCE. It was given to the Israelites as they prepared to enter the Promised Land. The year of Jubilee was a special year when debts were forgiven and land was returned to its original owners.

Living It Out Today

In modern terms, this verse teaches us to value our commitments to God. Just like the Israelites valued their land from the Jubilee year, we should value our promises to God from a place of deep faith and commitment.

Topics

• Jubilee
• Sanctification
• Commitment
• Value
• Land
• Promise

Related Verses

• Exodus 23:11
• Numbers 36:4
• Ezekiel 46:17
• Luke 4:19
• Hebrews 4:9

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to 'sanctify' a field?

To sanctify means to set apart for a special purpose, especially a religious one. In this context, it means the field is dedicated to God.

How does the year of Jubilee affect the valuation of the field?

The year of Jubilee was a special year when all land was returned to its original owners. The valuation of the field is fixed from this point, ensuring fairness and consistency.

Why is the valuation important in this context?

Valuation is important because it ensures that the sanctification of the field is taken seriously and not undervalued. It reflects the seriousness of dedicating something to God.

What can we learn from this verse about making commitments to God?

We can learn that our commitments to God should be valued and honored as they are, without changing their worth or significance over time.