Leviticus 26:13
Leviticus 26:13 in Multiple Translations
I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt so that you would no longer be slaves to the Egyptians. I broke the bars of your yoke and enabled you to walk in uprightness.
I am the LORD your God, which brought you forth out of the land of Egypt, that ye should not be their bondmen; and I have broken the bands of your yoke, and made you go upright.
I am Jehovah your God, who brought you forth out of the land of Egypt, that ye should not be their bondmen; and I have broken the bars of your yoke, and made you go upright.
I am the Lord your God, who took you out of the land of Egypt so that you might not be servants to them; by me the cords of your yoke were broken and I made you go upright.
I am the Lord your God, who led you out of Egypt so you wouldn't have to be slaves to the Egyptians any longer. I smashed the yoke that kept you bent down and helped you to stand up straight.
I am the Lord your God which haue brought you out of the lande of Egypt, that yee should not be their bondmen, and I haue broken ye bonds of your yoke, and made you goe vpright.
I [am] Jehovah your God, who have brought you out of the land of the Egyptians, from being their servants; and I break the bars of your yoke, and cause you to go erect.
I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, that you should not be their slaves. I have broken the bars of your yoke, and made you walk upright.
I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, that ye should not be their bond-men, and I have broken the bands of your yoke, and made you go upright.
I am the Lord your God: who have brought you out of the land of the Egyptians, that you should not serve them, and who have broken the chains of your necks, that you might go upright.
I am Yahweh your God, the one who brought you out of Egypt in order that you would no longer be slaves of the people of Egypt. When you were there, you were treated as though you were animals that worked for the people of Egypt, but [MET] I broke the bars of the ◄yokes/frames that were put around your necks► and enabled you to walk with your heads up.”
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 26:13
Study Notes — Leviticus 26:13
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- Cross References
- Leviticus 26:13 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 26:13
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 26:13
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 26:13
- Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 26:13
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 26:13
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 26:13
- Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 26:13
- Sermons on Leviticus 26:13
Context — Additional Blessings of Obedience
13I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt so that you would no longer be slaves to the Egyptians. I broke the bars of your yoke and enabled you to walk in uprightness.
14If, however, you fail to obey Me and to carry out all these commandments, 15and if you reject My statutes, despise My ordinances, and neglect to carry out all My commandments, and so break My covenant,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezekiel 34:27 | The trees of the field will give their fruit, and the land will yield its produce; My flock will be secure in their land. Then they will know that I am the LORD, when I have broken the bars of their yoke and delivered them from the hands that enslaved them. |
| 2 | Leviticus 25:38 | I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt to give you the land of Canaan and to be your God. |
| 3 | Psalms 116:16 | Truly, O LORD, I am Your servant; I am Your servant, the son of Your maidservant; You have broken my bonds. |
| 4 | Exodus 20:2 | “I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery. |
| 5 | Jeremiah 2:20 | “For long ago you broke your yoke and tore off your chains, saying, ‘I will not serve!’ Indeed, on every high hill and under every green tree you lay down as a prostitute. |
| 6 | 1 Corinthians 6:19–20 | Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore glorify God with your body. |
| 7 | Leviticus 25:55 | 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. |
| 8 | Psalms 81:6–10 | “I relieved his shoulder of the burden; his hands were freed from the basket. You called out in distress, and I rescued you; I answered you from the cloud of thunder; I tested you at the waters of Meribah. Selah Hear, O My people, and I will warn you: O Israel, if only you would listen to Me! There must be no strange god among you, nor shall you bow to a foreign god. I am the LORD your God, who brought you up out of Egypt. Open wide your mouth, and I will fill it. |
| 9 | Isaiah 51:23 | I will place it in the hands of your tormentors, who told you: ‘Lie down, so we can walk over you,’ so that you made your back like the ground, like a street to be traversed.” |
| 10 | 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. |
Leviticus 26:13 Summary
[Leviticus 26:13 reminds us that God is our Deliverer and Savior, who sets us free from the slavery of sin and enables us to live a life that is pleasing to Him, as seen in Romans 6:22. He wants us to remember His faithfulness and love, and to trust Him as our God. Just as He delivered the Israelites from Egypt, He delivers us from the bondage of sin, and enables us to walk in uprightness and follow Him (Psalm 119:32).]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that God 'broke the bars of your yoke' in Leviticus 26:13?
This phrase is a metaphor for God's deliverance of the Israelites from Egyptian slavery, as also seen in Exodus 1:14, where the Egyptians 'made their lives bitter with harsh labor'. God freed them from their oppressors, allowing them to walk in uprightness and follow Him.
How does this verse relate to our lives as believers today?
Just as God delivered the Israelites from physical slavery, He delivers us from spiritual slavery to sin through Jesus Christ, as seen in Galatians 5:1 and Romans 6:17-18. We are no longer bound by sin, but are free to walk in obedience to God.
What does it mean to 'walk in uprightness'?
Walking in uprightness means living a life that is pleasing to God, following His commands and statutes, as seen in Psalm 119:1-3 and Proverbs 10:9. It involves living with integrity, honesty, and moral purity, and is only possible through God's enabling power.
How does God's statement 'I am the LORD your God' impact our understanding of this verse?
God's declaration of His identity as the Israelites' God emphasizes His sovereignty, love, and faithfulness, as seen in Exodus 20:2 and Deuteronomy 5:6. It reminds us that our deliverance and freedom are gifts from a loving God who desires a personal relationship with us.
Reflection Questions
- How has God delivered you from spiritual slavery, and how can you walk in the freedom He has given you?
- What are some areas in your life where you feel bound or oppressed, and how can you apply the truth of God's deliverance to those areas?
- What does it mean for you to 'walk in uprightness' in your daily life, and how can you seek God's enabling power to live a life that is pleasing to Him?
- How does remembering God's past deliverance and faithfulness impact your trust and obedience to Him in the present?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 26:13
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 26:13
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 26:13
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 26:13
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 26:13
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 26:13
Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 26:13
Sermons on Leviticus 26:13
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Having a Burden for Prayer by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of having a burden in prayer, comparing it to carrying a baby, and highlights the necessity of faith and burden for answered prayers. It also |
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Israel's Chastisement by Art Katz | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that the actions of God in the present times are a demonstration of His power and nature, both in judgment and mercy. The sermon highlights |
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Results of Revival in the Local Church by Ralph Sutera | In this video, the pastor shares the results of a revival that took place three years ago. He mentions that those who responded to the revival are not as troublesome as before and |
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Saved by a Ransom by Duane Troyer | Duane Troyer preaches about the profound concept of atonement and salvation, emphasizing the sacrificial act of Jesus Christ to free mankind from bondage and reconcile them with Go |
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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 |
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(Becoming a Prophetic Church) 5. Psalm 102 by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the unique recognition of God that Jews historically have not experienced in times of suffering. The speaker emphasizes the importance of unde |
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Beyond Categories by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of seeking a deeper understanding of God and His truth. He highlights the need to move beyond our current understanding and be |





