Leviticus 27:18
Arabic KEH Ketab El Hayat (كتاب الحياة)
وَإِنْ كَرَّسَ حَقْلَهُ بَعْدَ سَنَةِ الْيُوبِيلِ فَعَلَى الْكَاهِنِ أَنْ يُقَدِّرَ قِيمَةَ الْفِضَّةِ وَفْقاً لِعَدَدِ السِّنِينَ الْبَاقِيَةِ لِحُلُولِ سَنَةِ الْيُوبِيلِ، فَيَتِمُّ إِنْقَاصُ تَقْدِيرِكَ.
What Does This Mean?
This verse explains that if someone dedicates a field to the Lord after the Jubilee year, the value of that field is calculated based on the remaining years until the next Jubilee. The value is reduced according to the time left.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a piggy bank that you decide to donate to charity. If you donate it right before your birthday, you get to keep all the coins. But if you donate it after your birthday, you can only keep the coins you've added since then. This verse is like that, but with fields and the Jubilee is like your birthday.
Historical Background
Leviticus was written by Moses around 1446-1406 BC, detailing laws and regulations for the Israelites. The Jubilee year, occurring every 50 years, was a significant cultural event where land was returned to its original owners and debts were forgiven.
Living It Out Today
This verse can be applied to modern scenarios where assets are pledged for charitable or religious purposes. It reminds us of the importance of considering the time value of money and commitments when making such pledges.
Topics
sacrificeJubileevaluationcommitmentland lawreligious offerings
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Jubilee year mentioned in Leviticus 27:18?
The Jubilee year was a special year in the Hebrew calendar, occurring every 50 years, where land was returned to its original owners, and debts were forgiven.
How does this verse relate to modern financial commitments?
This verse teaches us to consider the time value of our commitments, especially when pledging assets, similar to how financial pledges today are valued based on the time frame of the commitment.
Why is the value of the field 'abated' according to Leviticus 27:18?
The value is 'abated' because the remaining years until the Jubilee are shorter, reducing the field's value, as the owner has less time to benefit from it.
How does this verse reflect the importance of commitment in religious offerings?
This verse emphasizes the importance of thoughtful and fair commitment, ensuring that the value of the offering is appropriate and just, reflecting a balanced approach to religious giving.