Leviticus 26:20

French (La Sainte Bible par Louis Segond 1910)

Votre force s'épuisera inutilement, votre terre ne donnera pas ses produits, et les arbres de la terre ne donneront pas leurs fruits.

What Does This Mean?

This verse says that if people disobey God, their hard work will not bring good results. The land will not grow food, and the trees will not produce fruit. God is warning the Israelites about the consequences of their actions.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're planting a garden. You water it, you take care of it, but because you didn't follow the rules, nothing grows. That's what this verse is talking about. God is like a parent saying, 'If you don't listen to me, your hard work won't give you any good results.'

Historical Background

Leviticus was written by Moses around 1446-1406 BCE. It was given to the Israelites as a set of laws and instructions for living a holy life. This verse is part of a section where God warns the Israelites about the consequences of disobedience.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, a person might work hard on a project at work or school but, due to not following the necessary guidelines or principles, their efforts won't bear fruit. This could mean not getting a promotion or a good grade because of missed details or bad choices.

Topics

• obedience
• consequences
• fruitfulness
• warning
• disobedience
• God's promises

Related Verses

• Deuteronomy 28:16-18
• Jeremiah 14:2-6
• Hosea 2:9
• Romans 6:21
• 1 Corinthians 15:58

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Leviticus 26:20 mean by 'strength spent in vain'?

It means that all the hard work and efforts will not result in any good outcome. The people will exhaust their strength without achieving the desired results.

Who is speaking in Leviticus 26:20?

God is speaking to the Israelites through Moses, warning them about the consequences of disobedience.

Why does the verse mention the land and trees not yielding fruits?

This is a metaphor for the lack of productivity and results due to disobedience. It symbolizes how the earth itself would not cooperate with the Israelites' efforts.

How can Leviticus 26:20 be applied to personal life?

This verse can be applied by understanding that one's efforts will not bear fruit if they do not follow the right principles or guidelines, emphasizing the importance of aligning one's actions with wisdom and guidance.