Leviticus 25:34
Leviticus 25:34 in Multiple Translations
But the open pastureland around their cities may not be sold, for this is their permanent possession.
But the field of the suburbs of their cities may not be sold; for it is their perpetual possession.
But the field of the suburbs of their cities may not be sold; for it is their perpetual possession.
But the land on the outskirts of their towns may not be exchanged for money, for it is their property for ever.
However, the fields surrounding their towns must not be sold because they belong to the Levites permanently.
But the fielde of the suburbes of their cities, shall not be solde: for it is their perpetuall possession.
And a field, a suburb of their cities, is not sold; for a possession age-during it [is] to them.
But the field of the pasture lands of their cities may not be sold, for it is their perpetual possession.
But the field of the suburbs of their cities may not be sold, for it is their perpetual possession.
But let not their suburbs be sold, because it is a perpetual possession.
But the pastureland near their towns must not be sold. It must belong to the original owners permanently/forever.
Berean Amplified Bible — Leviticus 25:34
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Leviticus 25:34 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּֽ/שְׂדֵ֛ה
מִגְרַ֥שׁ
עָרֵי/הֶ֖ם
לֹ֣א
יִמָּכֵ֑ר
כִּֽי
אֲחֻזַּ֥ת
עוֹלָ֛ם
ה֖וּא
לָ/הֶֽם
וּֽ/שְׂדֵ֛ה
sâdeh
H7704
field
Conj | N-ms
מִגְרַ֥שׁ
migrâsh
H4054
pasture
N-ms
עָרֵי/הֶ֖ם
ʻîyr
H5892
excitement
N-fp | Suff
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
יִמָּכֵ֑ר
mâkar
H4376
to sell
V-Niphal-Imperf-3ms
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
אֲחֻזַּ֥ת
ʼăchuzzâh
H272
possession
N-fs
עוֹלָ֛ם
ʻôwlâm
H5769
forever
N-ms
ה֖וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Pron
לָ/הֶֽם
Prep | Suff
Hebrew Word Study
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 25:34
וּֽ/שְׂדֵ֛ה
sâdeh
H7704
"field"
Conj | N-ms
A field or land is what this word represents, often referring to a flat area of land used for cultivation or as a habitat for wild animals, as described in the book of Genesis. It can also mean a plain or a country, as opposed to a mountain or sea. This term is used in the story of Ruth and Boaz.
Definition: 1) field, land 1a) cultivated field 1b) of home of wild beasts 1c) plain (opposed to mountain) 1d) land (opposed to sea)
Usage: Occurs in 309 OT verses. KJV: country, field, ground, land, soil, [idiom] wild. See also: Genesis 2:5; Deuteronomy 28:38; Nehemiah 12:29.
מִגְרַ֥שׁ
migrâsh
H4054
"pasture"
N-ms
A pasture or open land, often the area around a building or the margin of the sea. This term describes a common or shared space in the Bible.
Definition: common, common land, open land, suburb
Usage: Occurs in 69 OT verses. KJV: cast out, suburb. See also: Leviticus 25:34; Joshua 21:37; Ezekiel 48:17.
עָרֵי/הֶ֖ם
ʻîyr
H5892
"excitement"
N-fp | Suff
In the Bible, this word refers to a city or town, often a place with a wall or a watchman. It is used to describe a settlement or encampment, like the city of Ai, which is mentioned in the book of Joshua. The word is used to identify specific locations in the Bible.
Definition: 1) excitement, anguish 1a) of terror
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: Ai (from margin), city, court (from margin), town. See also: Genesis 4:17; Deuteronomy 3:6; Joshua 14:12.
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
יִמָּכֵ֑ר
mâkar
H4376
"to sell"
V-Niphal-Imperf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to sell something or someone, like a merchant selling goods or a father selling his daughter into marriage. It appears in books like Genesis and Exodus. The word can also mean to surrender or give something up.
Definition: 1) to sell 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to sell 1a2) seller (participle) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be sold 1b2) to sell oneself 1b3) to be given over to death 1c) (Hithpael) to sell oneself
Usage: Occurs in 74 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, sell (away, -er, self). See also: Genesis 25:31; Deuteronomy 32:30; Psalms 44:13.
כִּֽי
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
אֲחֻזַּ֥ת
ʼăchuzzâh
H272
"possession"
N-fs
In the Bible, this Hebrew word refers to something owned or possessed, often land inherited from family. It appears in various books, including Genesis and Leviticus. This concept of possession is important in biblical times.
Definition: 1) possession, property 1a) land 1b) possession by inheritance
Usage: Occurs in 58 OT verses. KJV: possession. See also: Genesis 17:8; Numbers 32:5; Psalms 2:8.
עוֹלָ֛ם
ʻôwlâm
H5769
"forever"
N-ms
This word means forever or always, describing something that lasts an eternity. It is used in the Bible to describe God's eternal nature and his lasting promises.
Definition: : old/ancient 1) long duration, antiquity, futurity, for ever, ever, everlasting, evermore, perpetual, old, ancient, world 1a) ancient time, long time (of past) 1b) (of future) 1b1) for ever, always 1b2) continuous existence, perpetual 1b3) everlasting, indefinite or unending future, eternity
Usage: Occurs in 413 OT verses. KJV: alway(-s), ancient (time), any more, continuance, eternal, (for, (n-)) ever(-lasting, -more, of old), lasting, long (time), (of) old (time), perpetual, at any time, (beginning of the) world ([phrase] without end). Compare H5331 (נֶצַח), H5703 (עַד). See also: Genesis 3:22; 1 Kings 8:13; Psalms 5:12.
ה֖וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.
Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)
Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.
לָ/הֶֽם
""
Prep | Suff
Study Notes — Leviticus 25:34
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- Context
- Cross References
- Leviticus 25:34 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 25:34
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 25:34
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 25:34
- Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 25:34
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 25:34
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 25:34
- Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 25:34
- Sermons on Leviticus 25:34
Context — The Law of Redemption
32As for the cities of the Levites, the Levites always have the right to redeem their houses in the cities they possess.
33So whatever belongs to the Levites may be redeemed—a house sold in a city they possess—and must be released in the Jubilee, because the houses in the cities of the Levites are their possession among the Israelites.
34But the open pastureland around their cities may not be sold, for this is their permanent possession.
35Now if your countryman becomes destitute and cannot support himself among you, then you are to help him as you would a foreigner or stranger, so that he can continue to live among you. 36Do not take any interest or profit from him, but fear your God, that your countryman may live among you.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Leviticus 25:23 | The land must not be sold permanently, because it is Mine, and you are but foreigners and residents with Me. |
| 2 | Acts 4:36–37 | Joseph, a Levite from Cyprus, whom the apostles called Barnabas (meaning Son of Encouragement), sold a field he owned, brought the money, and laid it at the apostles’ feet. |
| 3 | Numbers 35:2–5 | “Command the Israelites to give, from the inheritance they will possess, cities for the Levites to live in and pasturelands around the cities. The cities will be for them to live in, and the pasturelands will be for their herds, their flocks, and all their other livestock. The pasturelands around the cities you are to give the Levites will extend a thousand cubits from the wall on every side. You are also to measure two thousand cubits outside the city on the east, two thousand on the south, two thousand on the west, and two thousand on the north, with the city in the center. These areas will serve as larger pasturelands for the cities. |
Leviticus 25:34 Summary
This verse, Leviticus 25:34, tells us that the open areas around the Levites' cities were very special and could never be sold. These areas were important for the Levites to have animals and food, and God wanted to make sure they were always taken care of. It's like when God provides for us and wants us to trust in His care, as seen in Matthew 6:26 and Luke 12:22-24. By understanding this, we can see how much God loves and cares for those who serve Him, and we can learn to trust in His provision for our own lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the open pastureland around the Levites' cities?
The open pastureland around the Levites' cities was crucial for their livelihood, providing space for their animals to graze, and as stated in Leviticus 25:34, it was their permanent possession, highlighting God's provision for the Levites (Numbers 35:2, Deuteronomy 19:9).
Why was the open pastureland not allowed to be sold?
The open pastureland was not allowed to be sold because it was a permanent possession given to the Levites by God, ensuring their well-being and sustainability, as seen in Leviticus 25:34 and supported by the concept of God's ownership of the land in Leviticus 25:23.
How does this verse relate to the broader context of the Jubilee year?
The protection of the open pastureland in Leviticus 25:34 is part of the larger context of the Jubilee year, which aimed to restore balance and equality among God's people, emphasizing the importance of caring for the less fortunate, as also seen in Leviticus 25:35-36.
What does this verse teach about God's care for the Levites?
This verse demonstrates God's care and provision for the Levites, who were dedicated to serving Him, by ensuring they had the resources they needed to thrive, reflecting God's love and provision for those who serve Him, as also highlighted in Deuteronomy 18:1-2 and Ezekiel 44:28.
Reflection Questions
- What does the concept of 'permanent possession' mean to me in my own life, and how can I apply it to my relationship with God?
- How can I, like the Levites, trust in God's provision and care for my needs, even when circumstances seem uncertain?
- In what ways can I reflect God's heart of provision and care for others, especially those in need, as seen in Leviticus 25:35-36?
- What are some 'open pasturelands' in my life that I need to protect and preserve, and how can I trust God to help me do so?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 25:34
But the field of the suburbs of their cities may not be sold,.... The suburbs to the cities of the Levites reached two thousand cubits on every side of their cities, Numbers 35:5; in which they had
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 25:34
Notwithstanding the cities of the Levites, and the houses of the cities of their possession, may the Levites redeem at any time.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 25:34
Of the suburbs of the cities, See Poole "". May not be sold; not sold at all, partly because it was of absolute necessity for them for the keeping of their cattle, and partly because these were no enclosures, but common fields, in which all the Levites that lived in such a city had an interest, and therefore no particular Levite could dispose of his part in it. Some conceive that this law was altered in ensuing ages, which they gather from ,8 Acts 4:36,37. But those examples do not prove it. That sale of Jeremiah’ s was made by a particular dispensation and command of God, and that in a time when the Levites, as well as the people, were to be destroyed or dispersed, and carried into captivity, and therefore could receive no considerable injury by it; and besides, this sale was only made formally and for signification, as it is explained, ,15. And for the land sold by Barnabas a Levite, Acts 4, as it was at a time when the Jewish church was dissolved, and their state upon the brink of utter ruin, so it is not evident that it was such suburb land, which would have yielded but a small price, but it might be other land, either such as he might have in right of his wife, or such as he might have purchased. For though the Levites in general had no other share of land beside this allotted them by God, yet it is conceived that particular Levites might purchase lands to themselves.
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 25:34
Leviticus 25:34 But the field of the suburbs of their cities may not be sold; for it [is] their perpetual possession.Ver. 34. May not be sold.] This law lasted but during the paedagogy: for Joses, a Levite, sold his land, and brought the money, and laid it at the apostles’ feet.
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 25:34
(34) But the field of the suburbs of their cities may not be sold.—The Levitical cities had both suburbs or commons for their cattle, &c, and fields which they cultivated (Numbers 35:4-5). These outlying fields, which were beyond the suburbs, they are here forbidden to sell. According to the authorities during the second Temple the expression “to sell” here used is to be taken in a wider sense as including diverting any part of it from its original purpose. Hence they say it forbids the Levites not only to sell the field, but to convert it into a suburb, and vice versâ. What is field must always remain field, what is suburb must remain suburb, and what is city must continue to be city. For it is their perpetual possession.—The estates belong to the whole tribe to all futurity, and the present occupiers have to transmit them intact to their successors. Hence no present owner, or all of them combined, have a right to dispose of any portion of the estates, or materially to alter it. They must hand these estates down to their successors as they receive them from their predecessors.
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 25:34
34. The law concerning houses in Levitical cities is not to apply to land outside the walls. suburbs] rather, as R.V. mg., pasture lands, probably referring to common land belonging to the inhabitants of the adjacent city. The original word seems from its derivation to mean lit. land on to which cattle were driven.
Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 25:34
34. The field of the suburbs — The extent of these is given in Numbers 35:4-5, which see.
Sermons on Leviticus 25:34
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Whats Wrong With the Gospel - Part 3 by Keith Green | In the video, the preacher emphasizes the importance of prioritizing plants and nature. He mentions that living in mansions and exceeding regular limits is not allowed, and encoura |
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(The Book of Ruth) 2. Boaz - the Kinsman by Roy Hession | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the power of Jesus to redeem and forgive our failures. They emphasize that Jesus' power goes beyond just dealing with our guilt, but also ex |
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(Following the Footsteps of Christ) Redemption by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the concept of bondage and freedom in the context of the grace of God. He references Galatians chapter 4 and Titus 2 verse 11 to emphasize t |
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Jubilee - Part 1 by G.W. North | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of not relying solely on personal testimonies or experiences, but rather on the wonders of God. He highlights the need for a |
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41 - Preparation Questions for North Korea Opening by Ben Torrey | In this sermon, Ben Torrey discusses the importance of preparing for the opening of North Korea through the Prepared People Organization. He emphasizes the need to understand the d |
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46 - Questions on the Church Response to the Opening of North Korea by Ben Torrey | In this sermon transcript, the speaker discusses the importance of addressing questions related to the Church's response to the opening of North Korea. They emphasize the need for |
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Preparing the Way of the Lord in Our Church Life by Stewart Ruch | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing that our lives are a loan from God. He encourages Christians to take regular breaks from the busyness of life a |