Leviticus 19:36
Leviticus 19:36 in Multiple Translations
You shall maintain honest scales and weights, an honest ephah, and an honest hin. I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt.
Just balances, just weights, a just ephah, and a just hin, shall ye have: I am the LORD your God, which brought you out of the land of Egypt.
Just balances, just weights, a just ephah, and a just hin, shall ye have: I am Jehovah your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt.
Have true scales, true weights and measures for all things: I am the Lord your God, who took you out of the land of Egypt;
Make sure your scales and weights are accurate, that your measures of ephah and hin are correct. I am the Lord your God who led you out of Egypt.
You shall haue iust ballances, true weightes, a true Ephah, and a true Hin. I am the Lord your God, which haue brought you out of the lande of Egypt.
righteous balances, righteous weights, a righteous ephah, and a righteous hin ye have; I [am] Jehovah your God, who hath brought you out from the land of Egypt;
You shall have just balances, just weights, a just ephah, and a just hin. I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt.
Just balances, just weights, a just ephah, and a just hin shall ye have: I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt.
Let the balance be just and the weights equal, the bushel just, and the sextary equal. I am the Lord your God, that brought you out of the land of Egypt.
use correct measuring sticks and scales and weights on the scales and measuring baskets and other measuring containers. I Yahweh, your God, who brought you out of Egypt, am giving you these laws.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 19:36
Study Notes — Leviticus 19:36
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- Leviticus 19:36 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 19:36
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 19:36
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 19:36
- Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 19:36
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 19:36
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 19:36
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 19:36
- Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 19:36
- Sermons on Leviticus 19:36
Context — Keep My Statutes
36You shall maintain honest scales and weights, an honest ephah, and an honest hin. I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt.
37You must keep all My statutes and all My ordinances and follow them. I am the LORD.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Proverbs 11:1 | Dishonest scales are an abomination to the LORD, but an accurate weight is His delight. |
| 2 | Exodus 20:2 | “I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery. |
| 3 | Deuteronomy 25:13–15 | You shall not have two differing weights in your bag, one heavy and one light. You shall not have two differing measures in your house, one large and one small. You must maintain accurate and honest weights and measures, so that you may live long in the land that the LORD your God is giving you. |
| 4 | Proverbs 20:10 | Differing weights and unequal measures — both are detestable to the LORD. |
Leviticus 19:36 Summary
This verse is telling us to be honest and fair in everything we do, even in small things like measuring weights and sizes. God wants us to be truthful and just, because He is a God of truth and justice (Deuteronomy 32:4). When we use honest scales and weights, we are showing that we respect and obey God, who brought us out of our own 'Egypt' of sin and slavery. By being fair and honest, we can show love and respect for others, just as God loves and respects us (Leviticus 19:34, Matthew 22:37-40).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it important to use honest scales and weights?
Using honest scales and weights is a matter of integrity and fairness, as seen in Leviticus 19:36, and it reflects our relationship with God, who is a God of truth and justice, as stated in Deuteronomy 32:4.
What is the significance of the ephah and the hin in this verse?
The ephah and the hin were units of measurement in ancient Israel, and the command to maintain honest measurements of these units emphasizes the importance of fairness and accuracy in all aspects of life, as also seen in Proverbs 11:1.
How does this verse relate to our daily lives as believers?
This verse reminds us that our actions and behavior, even in seemingly small matters like measurements, reflect our character and our commitment to following God's commands, as stated in Leviticus 19:37 and Matthew 5:48.
What is the connection between this verse and the Israelites' deliverance from Egypt?
The verse reminds the Israelites that God, who brought them out of the land of Egypt, is their Lord and God, and that He expects them to live according to His standards of justice and righteousness, as seen in Exodus 20:2 and Leviticus 19:34.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I may be using 'dishonest scales' or being unfair, and how can I correct this?
- How can I demonstrate fairness and integrity in my daily interactions with others, whether in business or personal relationships?
- What does it mean to 'maintain honest scales and weights' in my spiritual life, and how can I ensure that I am living according to God's standards of righteousness?
- In what ways can I show love and respect for others, as commanded in Leviticus 19:34, by being fair and just in my dealings with them?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 19:36
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 19:36
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 19:36
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 19:36
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 19:36
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 19:36
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 19:36
Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 19:36
Sermons on Leviticus 19:36
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February 7. 1678. Weights and Measures. by Jane Lead | Jane Lead preaches about the importance of weighing ourselves with the Golden Weight or Shekel of the Sanctuary, emphasizing that anything short of that divine standard will be una |
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Surely Something Must Be Amiss With the Scales! by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the necessity of honesty in all aspects of life, particularly in business and moral judgments, urging Christians to examine their scales and balances. He p |
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(2006 Conference) 12. the Balance of Truth-3 (Bible Study) by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of finding balance in various aspects of the Christian life. It discusses the need for balancing evangelism with discipleship, ensuring that b |
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(Through the Bible) Proverbs 11-15 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of studying and applying the word of God. He encourages the listeners to not just be hearers of the word, but to also be doers |
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Jesus Is the Light of the World - Part 1 by Joshua Daniel | This sermon by Joshua Daniel emphasizes the importance of recognizing Jesus as the light of the world and the need for transparency and integrity in our lives. He challenges listen |
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A Spiritual Life by Joshua Daniel | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not acquiring money through evil means such as deceit and false balance. He shares a heartbreaking story of a girl whose mo |
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Dishonesty in Small Matters Inconsistent With Honesty in Anything by Charles Finney | Charles Finney emphasizes that dishonesty in small matters reflects a lack of true integrity in all aspects of life, arguing that one who is unjust in the least is unjust also in m |






