Leviticus 26:40
Leviticus 26:40 in Multiple Translations
But if they will confess their iniquity and that of their fathers in the unfaithfulness that they practiced against Me, by which they have also walked in hostility toward Me—
If they shall confess their iniquity, and the iniquity of their fathers, with their trespass which they trespassed against me, and that also they have walked contrary unto me;
And they shall confess their iniquity, and the iniquity of their fathers, in their trespass which they trespassed against me, and also that, because they walked contrary unto me,
And they will have grief for their sins and for the sins of their fathers, when their hearts were untrue to me, and they went against me;
They need to confess their sins and those of their fathers, acting in such an unfaithful way towards me, opposing me.
Then they shall confesse their iniquitie, and the wickednes of their fathers for their trespasse, which they haue trespassed against mee, and also because they haue walked stubburnly against me.
'And — they have confessed their iniquity, and the iniquity of their fathers, in their trespass which they have trespassed against Me, and also, that they have walked with Me, in opposition,
“‘If they confess their iniquity and the iniquity of their fathers, in their trespass which they trespassed against me; and also that because they walked contrary to me,
If they shall confess their iniquity, and the iniquity of their fathers, with their trespass which they trespassed against me, and that also they have walked contrary to me;
Until they confess their iniquities and the iniquities of their ancestors, whereby they have transgressed me, and walked contrary unto me.
“But your descendants must confess their sins and the sins that their ancestors committed. Their ancestors acted unfaithfully toward me and were hostile to me, with the result that I forced them to go to the countries that belonged to their enemies. But when your descendants humble themselves [SYN] and stop being very stubborn [IDM] and accept being punished for their sins,
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- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 26:40
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 26:40
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 26:40
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- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 26:40
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- Sermons on Leviticus 26:40
Context — God Remembers Those Who Repent
40But if they will confess their iniquity and that of their fathers in the unfaithfulness that they practiced against Me, by which they have also walked in hostility toward Me—
41and I acted with hostility toward them and brought them into the land of their enemies—and if their uncircumcised hearts will be humbled and they will make amends for their iniquity, 42then I will remember My covenant with Jacob and My covenant with Isaac and My covenant with Abraham, and I will remember the land.Cross References
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| 1 | Proverbs 28:13 | He who conceals his sins will not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them will find mercy. |
| 2 | Nehemiah 9:2–5 | Those of Israelite descent separated themselves from all the foreigners, and they stood and confessed their sins and the iniquities of their fathers. While they stood in their places, they read from the Book of the Law of the LORD their God for a quarter of the day, and they spent another quarter of the day in confession and worship of the LORD their God. And the Levites—Jeshua, Bani, Kadmiel, Shebaniah, Bunni, Sherebiah, Bani, and Chenani—stood on the raised platform and cried out in a loud voice to the LORD their God. Then the Levites—Jeshua, Kadmiel, Bani, Hashabneiah, Sherebiah, Hodiah, Shebaniah, and Pethahiah—said, “Stand up and bless the LORD your God from everlasting to everlasting: Blessed be Your glorious name, and may it be exalted above all blessing and praise. |
| 3 | 1 John 1:8–10 | If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. If we say we have not sinned, we make Him out to be a liar, and His word is not in us. |
| 4 | Hosea 5:15–2 | — |
| 5 | Deuteronomy 30:1–3 | “When all these things come upon you—the blessings and curses I have set before you—and you call them to mind in all the nations to which the LORD your God has banished you, and when you and your children return to the LORD your God and obey His voice with all your heart and all your soul according to everything I am giving you today, then He will restore you from captivity and have compassion on you and gather you from all the nations to which the LORD your God has scattered you. |
| 6 | Numbers 5:7 | and must confess the sin he has committed. He must make full restitution, add a fifth to its value, and give all this to the one he has wronged. |
| 7 | 1 Kings 8:33–36 | When Your people Israel are defeated before an enemy because they have sinned against You, and they return to You and confess Your name, praying and pleading with You in this temple, then may You hear from heaven and forgive the sin of Your people Israel. May You restore them to the land You gave to their fathers. When the skies are shut and there is no rain because Your people have sinned against You, and they pray toward this place and confess Your name, and they turn from their sins because You have afflicted them, then may You hear from heaven and forgive the sin of Your servants, Your people Israel, so that You may teach them the good way in which they should walk. May You send rain on the land that You gave Your people as an inheritance. |
| 8 | Joshua 7:19 | So Joshua said to Achan, “My son, give glory to the LORD, the God of Israel, and make a confession to Him. I urge you to tell me what you have done; do not hide it from me.” |
| 9 | Leviticus 26:21 | If you walk in hostility toward Me and refuse to obey Me, I will multiply your plagues seven times, according to your sins. |
| 10 | Deuteronomy 4:29–31 | But if from there you will seek the LORD your God, you will find Him if you seek Him with all your heart and with all your soul. When you are in distress and all these things have happened to you, then in later days you will return to the LORD your God and listen to His voice. For the LORD your God is a merciful God; He will not abandon you or destroy you or forget the covenant with your fathers, which He swore to them by oath. |
Leviticus 26:40 Summary
[This verse is saying that when we acknowledge and take responsibility for our sins, as well as the sins of our ancestors, God will forgive and restore us. It's about being honest with ourselves and with God about our mistakes and weaknesses, and asking for His help to change. As it says in Psalm 51:17, a broken and contrite heart is what God desires, and when we come to Him with that kind of heart, He will forgive and heal us. By confessing our sins and turning from our hostility toward God, we can experience His love and restoration, just like the prodigal son in Luke 15:11-24.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to confess iniquity and the iniquity of our fathers?
To confess iniquity means to acknowledge and take responsibility for our sins, as well as the sins of our ancestors, as seen in Exodus 20:5, where God says He will punish the children for the sins of the fathers to the third and fourth generation.
Why is it important to acknowledge the unfaithfulness of our fathers?
Acknowledging the unfaithfulness of our fathers helps us understand the root causes of our current situation and allows us to break free from the cycle of sin, as seen in 2 Chronicles 7:14, where God calls His people to humble themselves and turn from their wicked ways.
How does hostility toward God affect our relationship with Him?
Hostility toward God creates a barrier in our relationship with Him, but when we confess our sins and turn from our hostility, God is faithful to forgive and restore us, as seen in 1 John 1:9, where it says that if we confess our sins, God will forgive us and purify us from all unrighteousness.
What is the significance of walking in hostility toward God?
Walking in hostility toward God means that we are actively rebelling against Him and His ways, which leads to spiritual death and separation from God, but when we repent and turn to Him, He is faithful to receive us, as seen in Luke 15:11-24, the parable of the prodigal son.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I have walked in hostility toward God, and how can I confess and turn from those sins?
- How have the sins of my fathers affected my life, and what can I do to break free from those patterns?
- What does it mean to practice unfaithfulness against God, and how can I cultivate faithfulness in my relationship with Him?
- In what ways can I humble myself and acknowledge my need for God's forgiveness and restoration?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 26:40
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 26:40
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 26:40
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 26:40
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 26:40
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 26:40
Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 26:40
Sermons on Leviticus 26:40
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Jap-08 God Requires the Past by Art Katz | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and confessing our sins and the sins of our ancestors. He specifically mentions the Jewish people and their |
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Psalm 78 - Part 2 by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker begins by highlighting the indictment against the nation for not knowing or understanding God. He emphasizes that this indictment still stands today and |
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A Powerful Warning - Lest We Forget the Message by David Wilkerson | This sermon emphasizes the urgency of taking the Word of God seriously and being prepared for His soon coming. It calls for a return to intimacy with Christ, dependence on God, and |
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Dependable Priest by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on Hebrews 4:14 and the concept of Jesus as a dependable high priest. He emphasizes the importance of holding firmly to our faith and reminds t |
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The Power of Prayer by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of prayer leading to action. He highlights the need for conviction to be carried into life and for decisions to be made based |
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The Role of Prayer in Spiritual Awakening by J. Edwin Orr | In this sermon, the pastor emphasizes four important steps for spiritual growth. First, he urges the audience to put away any doubtful habits from their lives. Second, he emphasize |
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Be Sure Your Sin Will Find You Out by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of not lusting after evil things, drawing from the example of the Israelites in the Bible. He explains that their story serve |





