Leviticus 25:55
Leviticus 25:55 in Multiple Translations
For the Israelites are My servants. They are My servants, whom I brought out of the land of Egypt. I am the LORD your God.
For unto me the children of Israel are servants; they are my servants whom I brought forth out of the land of Egypt: I am the LORD your God.
For unto me the children of Israel are servants; they are my servants whom I brought forth out of the land of Egypt: I am Jehovah your God.
For the children of Israel are servants to me; they are my servants whom I took out of the land of Egypt: I am the Lord your God.
For the Israelites belong to me as my slaves. They are my slaves—I led them out of Egypt. I am the Lord your God.”
For vnto me the children of Israel are seruants: they are my seruants, who I haue brought out of the land of Egypt: I am ye Lord your God.
For to Me [are] the sons of Israel servants; My servants they [are], whom I have brought out of the land of Egypt; I, Jehovah, [am] your God.
For to me the children of Israel are servants; they are my servants whom I brought out of the land of Egypt. I am the LORD your God.
For to me the children of Israel are servants, they are my servants whom I brought out of the land of Egypt: I am the LORD your God.
For the children of Israel are my servants, whom I brought forth out of the land of Egypt.
because it is as though you Israelis are my slaves/servants, whom I, Yahweh your God, freed from being slaves in Egypt.’”
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 25:55
Study Notes — Leviticus 25:55
- Context
- Cross References
- Leviticus 25:55 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 25:55
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 25:55
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 25:55
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 25:55
- Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 25:55
- Sermons on Leviticus 25:55
Context — Redemption of Servants
55For the Israelites are My servants. They are My servants, whom I brought out of the land of Egypt. I am the LORD your God.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Leviticus 25:42 | Because the Israelites are My servants, whom I brought out of the land of Egypt, they are not to be sold as slaves. |
| 2 | Isaiah 43:3 | For I am the LORD your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior; I give Egypt for your ransom, Cush and Seba in your place. |
| 3 | Exodus 13:3 | So Moses told the people, “Remember this day, the day you came out of Egypt, out of the house of slavery; for the LORD brought you out of it by the strength of His hand. And nothing leavened shall be eaten. |
| 4 | Romans 6:14 | For sin shall not be your master, because you are not under law, but under grace. |
| 5 | Romans 6:17–18 | But thanks be to God that, though you once were slaves to sin, you wholeheartedly obeyed the form of teaching to which you were committed. You have been set free from sin and have become slaves to righteousness. |
| 6 | 1 Corinthians 9:21 | To those without the law I became like one without the law (though I am not outside the law of God but am under the law of Christ), to win those without the law. |
| 7 | 1 Corinthians 7:22–23 | For he who was a slave when he was called by the Lord is the Lord’s freedman. Conversely, he who was a free man when he was called is Christ’s slave. You were bought at a price; do not become slaves of men. |
| 8 | 1 Corinthians 9:19 | Though I am free of obligation to anyone, I make myself a slave to everyone, to win as many as possible. |
| 9 | Exodus 20:2 | “I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery. |
| 10 | Luke 1:74–75 | deliverance from hostile hands, that we may serve Him without fear, in holiness and righteousness before Him all the days of our lives. |
Leviticus 25:55 Summary
This verse reminds us that the Israelites were special to God because He had rescued them from slavery in Egypt. As His servants, they were to obey and honor Him. Similarly, as believers, we are called to be servants of God, loving and obeying Him, just as Jesus taught in Matthew 25:23 (as seen in the context of Matthew 25:14-30). By remembering God's love and redemption, we can trust in His power and live faithfully as His servants, as seen in Romans 6:17-18.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that the Israelites are God's servants?
This means that the Israelites have a special relationship with God, who has chosen them and set them apart for His purposes, as seen in Exodus 19:5-6 and Deuteronomy 7:6.
How does this verse relate to the concept of slavery in the Bible?
This verse highlights the distinction between the Israelites, who are God's servants, and foreign slaves, who are treated differently, as seen in Leviticus 25:44-46.
What is the significance of God reminding the Israelites that He brought them out of Egypt?
This reminder emphasizes God's power, love, and redemption, as seen in Exodus 20:2 and Deuteronomy 5:6, and serves as a foundation for their identity and purpose as His servants.
How does this verse impact our understanding of our relationship with God today?
As believers, we are also called to be servants of God, as seen in Romans 6:22 and 1 Corinthians 7:22-23, and this verse reminds us of God's love, redemption, and expectation of our loyalty and obedience.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean for me to be a servant of God, and how does that impact my daily life?
- How can I remember and celebrate God's redemption in my own life, just as the Israelites were reminded of their deliverance from Egypt?
- In what ways can I demonstrate my loyalty and obedience to God, as His servant, in my relationships and actions?
- How does this verse encourage me to trust in God's power and love, even in difficult circumstances?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 25:55
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 25:55
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 25:55
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 25:55
Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 25:55
Sermons on Leviticus 25:55
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How to Come Savingly to Christ by Rolfe Barnard | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of not just listening to the word of God, but also taking action. He warns against being complacent and thinking that there i |
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Rev. 3:8. the Church's Little Strength, and the Lord's Great Love by Horatius Bonar | Horatius Bonar emphasizes the tender love and gracious character of Christ as depicted in Revelation 3:8, where He acknowledges the Church's little strength while offering an open |
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Christ the Ransom Found. by John Gill | John Gill preaches on the theme of Christ as the ransom found, emphasizing the grace of God in providing a means of redemption through Jesus Christ. He reflects on the significance |
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Remembering Your Deliverances by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker shares a story about astronauts in space to illustrate the importance of remembering God's miracles. He describes how the astronauts were amazed by the |
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Remembrance of Deliverance; and Guidance by John Nelson Darby | John Nelson Darby emphasizes the significance of remembering God's deliverance while navigating the wilderness of life. He explains that although the Israelites were freed from Egy |
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Son, Remember by D.L. Moody | D.L. Moody emphasizes the importance of remembrance in his sermon 'Son, Remember,' recounting his near-death experiences that brought his life memories rushing back. He reflects on |
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God Bless and Keep You in Peace by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the power of God's strength in delivering His people, drawing parallels from the Israelites' exodus from Egypt, where the blood of the lamb protected the |






