Leviticus 27:20
Leviticus 27:20 in Multiple Translations
If, however, he does not redeem the field, or if he has sold it to another man, it may no longer be redeemed.
And if he will not redeem the field, or if he have sold the field to another man, it shall not be redeemed any more.
And if he will not redeem the field, or if he have sold the field to another man, it shall not be redeemed any more:
But if he has no desire to get it back, or if he has given it for a price to another man, it may not be got back again.
But if you don't buy the field back, or if you've already sold it to someone else, it can't ever be bought back.
And if he will not redeeme the fielde, but the Priest sell the fielde to another man, it shalbe redeemed no more.
and if he do not redeem the field, or if he hath sold the field to another man, it is not redeemed any more;
If he will not redeem the field, or if he has sold the field to another man, it shall not be redeemed any more;
And if he will not redeem the field, or if he shall have sold the field to another man, it shall not be redeemed any more.
And if he will not redeem it, but it be sold to any other man, he that vowed it, may not redeem it any more:
However, if he does not buy it back, or if it has been sold (OR, the priest has sold it) to someone else, that person will never be permitted to buy it back again.
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Leviticus 27:20 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וְ/אִם
לֹ֤א
יִגְאַל֙
אֶת
הַ/שָּׂדֶ֔ה
וְ/אִם
מָכַ֥ר
אֶת
הַ/שָּׂדֶ֖ה
לְ/אִ֣ישׁ
אַחֵ֑ר
לֹ֥א
יִגָּאֵ֖ל
עֽוֹד
וְ/אִם
ʼim
H518
if
Conj | Conj
לֹ֤א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
יִגְאַל֙
gâʼal
H1350
to redeem
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
הַ/שָּׂדֶ֔ה
sâdeh
H7704
field
Art | N-ms
וְ/אִם
ʼim
H518
if
Conj | Conj
מָכַ֥ר
mâkar
H4376
to sell
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
הַ/שָּׂדֶ֖ה
sâdeh
H7704
field
Art | N-ms
לְ/אִ֣ישׁ
ʼîysh
H376
man
Prep | N-ms
אַחֵ֑ר
ʼachêr
H312
another
Adj
לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
יִגָּאֵ֖ל
gâʼal
H1350
to redeem
V-Niphal-Imperf-3ms
עֽוֹד
ʻôwd
H5750
still
Adv
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 27:20
וְ/אִם
ʼim
H518
"if"
Conj | Conj
This Hebrew word is used to express conditions or questions, like if or whether. It can also be used to make oaths or express wishes, as in Oh that! It appears in various forms in the KJV, including if, though, and when.
Definition: : if/whether_or/though 1) if 1a) conditional clauses 1a1) of possible situations 1a2) of impossible situations 1b) oath contexts 1b1) no, not 1c) if...if, whether...or, whether...or...or 1d) when, whenever 1e) since 1f) interrogative particle 1g) but rather
Usage: Occurs in 931 OT verses. KJV: (and, can-, doubtless, if, that) (not), [phrase] but, either, [phrase] except, [phrase] more(-over if, than), neither, nevertheless, nor, oh that, or, [phrase] save (only, -ing), seeing, since, sith, [phrase] surely (no more, none, not), though, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] unless, [phrase] verily, when, whereas, whether, while, [phrase] yet. See also: Genesis 4:7; Exodus 22:3; Leviticus 27:27.
לֹ֤א
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.
יִגְאַל֙
gâʼal
H1350
"to redeem"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means redemption, describing the act of a kinsman buying back a relative's property or marrying their widow, as seen in the story of Boaz in Ruth.
Definition: : redeem 1) to redeem, act as kinsman-redeemer, avenge, revenge, ransom, do the part of a kinsman 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to act as kinsman, do the part of next of kin, act as kinsman-redeemer 1a1a) by marrying brother's widow to beget a child for him, to redeem from slavery, to redeem land, to exact vengeance 1a2) to redeem (by payment) 1a3) to redeem (with God as subject) 1a3a) individuals from death 1a3b) Israel from Egyptian bondage 1a3c) Israel from exile 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to redeem oneself 1b2) to be redeemed
Usage: Occurs in 84 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] in any wise, [idiom] at all, avenger, deliver, (do, perform the part of near, next) kinsfolk(-man), purchase, ransom, redeem(-er), revenger. See also: Genesis 48:16; Job 3:5; Psalms 19:15.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
הַ/שָּׂדֶ֔ה
sâdeh
H7704
"field"
Art | 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.
וְ/אִם
ʼim
H518
"if"
Conj | Conj
This Hebrew word is used to express conditions or questions, like if or whether. It can also be used to make oaths or express wishes, as in Oh that! It appears in various forms in the KJV, including if, though, and when.
Definition: : if/whether_or/though 1) if 1a) conditional clauses 1a1) of possible situations 1a2) of impossible situations 1b) oath contexts 1b1) no, not 1c) if...if, whether...or, whether...or...or 1d) when, whenever 1e) since 1f) interrogative particle 1g) but rather
Usage: Occurs in 931 OT verses. KJV: (and, can-, doubtless, if, that) (not), [phrase] but, either, [phrase] except, [phrase] more(-over if, than), neither, nevertheless, nor, oh that, or, [phrase] save (only, -ing), seeing, since, sith, [phrase] surely (no more, none, not), though, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] unless, [phrase] verily, when, whereas, whether, while, [phrase] yet. See also: Genesis 4:7; Exodus 22:3; Leviticus 27:27.
מָכַ֥ר
mâkar
H4376
"to sell"
V-Qal-Perf-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.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
הַ/שָּׂדֶ֖ה
sâdeh
H7704
"field"
Art | 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.
לְ/אִ֣ישׁ
ʼîysh
H376
"man"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.
Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)
Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.
אַחֵ֑ר
ʼachêr
H312
"another"
Adj
Means another or next in the original Hebrew, often referring to someone or something that follows or is different. It appears in various contexts, including descriptions of people and events in the Bible.
Definition: 1) another, other, following 1a) following, further 1b) other, different
Usage: Occurs in 161 OT verses. KJV: (an-) other man, following, next, strange. See also: Genesis 4:25; 1 Kings 13:10; Psalms 16:4.
לֹ֥א
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.
יִגָּאֵ֖ל
gâʼal
H1350
"to redeem"
V-Niphal-Imperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means redemption, describing the act of a kinsman buying back a relative's property or marrying their widow, as seen in the story of Boaz in Ruth.
Definition: : redeem 1) to redeem, act as kinsman-redeemer, avenge, revenge, ransom, do the part of a kinsman 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to act as kinsman, do the part of next of kin, act as kinsman-redeemer 1a1a) by marrying brother's widow to beget a child for him, to redeem from slavery, to redeem land, to exact vengeance 1a2) to redeem (by payment) 1a3) to redeem (with God as subject) 1a3a) individuals from death 1a3b) Israel from Egyptian bondage 1a3c) Israel from exile 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to redeem oneself 1b2) to be redeemed
Usage: Occurs in 84 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] in any wise, [idiom] at all, avenger, deliver, (do, perform the part of near, next) kinsfolk(-man), purchase, ransom, redeem(-er), revenger. See also: Genesis 48:16; Job 3:5; Psalms 19:15.
עֽוֹד
ʻôwd
H5750
"still"
Adv
The word 'still' means something continues or happens again, like in Genesis 29:26 and Isaiah 2:11. It can also mean 'more' or 'additionally'.
Definition: subst 1) a going round, continuance adv 2) still, yet, again, besides 2a) still, yet (of continuance or persistence) 2b) still, yet, more (of addition or repetition) 2c) again 2d) still, moreover, besides Aramaic equivalent: od (עוֹד "still" H5751)
Usage: Occurs in 459 OT verses. KJV: again, [idiom] all life long, at all, besides, but, else, further(-more), henceforth, (any) longer, (any) more(-over), [idiom] once, since, (be) still, when, (good, the) while (having being), (as, because, whether, while) yet (within). See also: Genesis 4:25; Judges 9:37; 2 Chronicles 32:16.
Study Notes — Leviticus 27:20
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- Context
- Leviticus 27:20 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 27:20
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 27:20
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 27:20
- Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 27:20
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 27:20
- Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 27:20
Context — Rules about Valuations
18But if he consecrates his field after the Jubilee, the priest is to calculate the price in proportion to the years left until the next Year of Jubilee, so that your valuation will be reduced.
19And if the one who consecrated the field decides to redeem it, he must add a fifth to the assessed value, and it shall belong to him.
20If, however, he does not redeem the field, or if he has sold it to another man, it may no longer be redeemed.
21When the field is released in the Jubilee, it will become holy, like a field devoted to the LORD; it becomes the property of the priests. 22Now if a man consecrates to the LORD a field he has purchased, which is not a part of his own property,Leviticus 27:20 Summary
This verse is talking about what happens when someone dedicates a field to the Lord, but then doesn't follow through on their commitment. If they don't redeem the field, or if they sell it to someone else, it can't be redeemed anymore, as stated in Leviticus 27:20. This reminds us that our actions have consequences, and we should think carefully before making decisions, as taught in Proverbs 22:3. It's also a reminder that the things we dedicate to God belong to Him, and we should respect that, as seen in Leviticus 27:21 and Matthew 25:14-30.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if the person who consecrated the field does not redeem it?
According to Leviticus 27:20, if the person who consecrated the field does not redeem it, or if he has sold it to another man, it may no longer be redeemed, as stated in Leviticus 27:20. This is in line with the principle that dedicated things belong to the Lord, as seen in Leviticus 27:21.
Can the field be redeemed after it has been sold to another man?
No, according to Leviticus 27:20, if the field has been sold to another man, it may no longer be redeemed, emphasizing the finality of the transaction and the importance of considering the consequences of one's actions, as taught in Proverbs 22:3.
What is the significance of the field becoming holy in the Jubilee year?
When the field is released in the Jubilee, it becomes holy, like a field devoted to the Lord, and it becomes the property of the priests, as stated in Leviticus 27:21, highlighting the connection between the Jubilee year and the restoration of things to their rightful owner, as seen in Leviticus 25:10.
How does this verse relate to the concept of stewardship?
This verse emphasizes the importance of being mindful of the consequences of one's actions, particularly when it comes to dedicated or consecrated things, as seen in Matthew 25:14-30, where faithful stewardship is rewarded, and unfaithful stewardship is punished.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I have consecrated things to the Lord, and how can I ensure that I am being a faithful steward of those things?
- How can I apply the principle of considering the consequences of my actions, as seen in this verse, to my everyday decisions and choices?
- What does it mean for something to be 'holy' or 'devoted to the Lord', and how can I cultivate a sense of reverence and respect for the things that belong to God?
- In what ways can I trust God to provide for me and guide me, even when I am faced with difficult decisions or uncertain circumstances, as seen in Philippians 4:19?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 27:20
And if he will not redeem the field,.... He that sanctified it, does not care to give for it the settled price of the fifth part besides, but chooses it should be disposed of for the uses he devoted
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 27:20
And if a man shall sanctify unto the LORD some part of a field of his possession, then thy estimation shall be according to the seed thereof: an homer of barley seed shall be valued at fifty shekels of silver.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 27:20
If he will not redeem the field, to wit, when the priest shall set a price upon it, and offer it to him in the first place to redeem it. If he have sold; he, who? Either, 1. The man that vowed it; if he after such a vow made shall neglect to pay his vow, and shall sacrilegiously sell the same land to another man; or, if he sell it, i.e. suffer it to be sold to another, and will not prevent that by redeeming it to himself. Or rather, 2. The priest, or some in his name, who, though not expressed, is sufficiently understood out of the foregoing clause, If he will not redeem or buy again the field, to wit, of the priest, who is now the seller of it; or, or rather and, for this seems to be added by way of accumulation, if he, i.e. the priest, of whom he might have redeemed it, upon his refusal, offers it to sale, and have sold the field to another man. Add to this, that none but the priest could sell this land, after it was once vowed and declared to be so, and offered by the priest to him again to redeem it, which is apparently the present case. It shall not be redeemed any more, i.e. he shall for ever lose the benefit of redemption.
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 27:20
Leviticus 27:20 And if he will not redeem the field, or if he have sold the field to another man, it shall not be redeemed any more.Ver. 20. Or if he have sold the field.] And so, sacrilegiously robbed God.
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 27:20
(20) And if he will not redeem the field.—That is, if after all the advantages which the law affords to the vower to redeem his patrimonial inheritance before the jubile year, he is base enough to forego the privilege of redemption, thus showing no desire to perpetuate his family name,— Or if he have sold the field to another man.—Better, and if he yet sells the field to another man, that is, if in addition to this absence of family honour he surreptitiously sells the field which he has vowed to the sanctuary to another man, thus adding sacrilege to baseness,— It shall not be redeemed any more,—then he loses all right ever to redeem it at all.
Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 27:20
20. If he will not redeem — Since the priests were employed in the sanctuary and could not secularize themselves by cultivating patches of land scattered through the country, the land vowed lay idle