Leviticus 27:25
Leviticus 27:25 in Multiple Translations
Every valuation will be according to the sanctuary shekel, twenty gerahs to the shekel.
And all thy estimations shall be according to the shekel of the sanctuary: twenty gerahs shall be the shekel.
And all thy estimations shall be according to the shekel of the sanctuary: twenty gerahs shall be the shekel.
And let all your values be based on the shekel of the holy place, that is, twenty gerahs to the shekel.
(All values will use the sanctuary shekel standard of twenty gerahs to the shekel.)
And all thy valuation shall bee according to the shekel of the Sanctuarie: a shekel conteyneth twenty gerahs.
And all thy valuation is by the shekel of the sanctuary: twenty gerahs is the shekel.
All your valuations shall be according to the shekel of the sanctuary: twenty gerahs to the shekel.
And all thy estimations shall be according to the shekel of the sanctuary: twenty gerahs shall be the shekel.
All estimation shall be made according to the side of the sanctuary. A sicle hath twenty obols.
All the silver that is paid must be compared with the official pieces of silver in the Sacred Tent.
Berean Amplified Bible — Leviticus 27:25
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Leviticus 27:25 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/כָל
עֶרְכְּ/ךָ֔
יִהְיֶ֖ה
בְּ/שֶׁ֣קֶל
הַ/קֹּ֑דֶשׁ
עֶשְׂרִ֥ים
גֵּרָ֖ה
יִהְיֶ֥ה
הַ/שָּֽׁקֶל
וְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
all
Conj | N-ms
עֶרְכְּ/ךָ֔
ʻêrek
H6187
valuation
N-ms | Suff
יִהְיֶ֖ה
hâyâh
H1961
to be
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
בְּ/שֶׁ֣קֶל
sheqel
H8255
shekel
Prep | N-ms
הַ/קֹּ֑דֶשׁ
qôdesh
H6944
Holy Place
Art | N-ms
עֶשְׂרִ֥ים
ʻesrîym
H6242
twenty
Adj
גֵּרָ֖ה
gêrâh
H1626
gerah
N-fs
יִהְיֶ֥ה
hâyâh
H1961
to be
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
הַ/שָּֽׁקֶל
sheqel
H8255
shekel
Art | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 27:25
וְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Conj | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
עֶרְכְּ/ךָ֔
ʻêrek
H6187
"valuation"
N-ms | Suff
This word refers to a valuation or estimate of something's worth. It is used to describe the price or proportion of something, like the valuation of goods in Ezekiel 40.
Definition: 1) order, row, estimate, things that are set in order, layer, pile 1a) order, row 1b) estimate, valuation Aramaic equivalent: ar.ka (אַרְכָֿא "lengthening" H0754)
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: equal, estimation, (things that are set in) order, price, proportion, [idiom] set at, suit, taxation, [idiom] valuest. See also: Exodus 40:4; Leviticus 27:15; Psalms 55:14.
יִהְיֶ֖ה
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
בְּ/שֶׁ֣קֶל
sheqel
H8255
"shekel"
Prep | N-ms
A shekel was a unit of weight or money in ancient Israel, like a coin or a measure of gold, silver, or copper. It was used for trade and commerce, as seen in the book of Exodus. The value varied depending on the material.
Definition: 1) shekel 1a) the chief unit of weight or measure 1a1) gold-1/10000 of a talent and equal to 220 grains 1a2) silver-1/3000 of a talent and equal to 132 grains 1a3) copper-1/1500 of a talent and equal to 528 grains Aramaic equivalent: te.qel (תְּקֵל "shekel" H8625B)
Usage: Occurs in 54 OT verses. KJV: shekel. See also: Genesis 23:15; Numbers 7:55; Jeremiah 32:9.
הַ/קֹּ֑דֶשׁ
qôdesh
H6944
"Holy Place"
Art | N-ms
The Holy Place refers to a sacred or set-apart area, like the temple in Jerusalem. It is a place of sanctity and holiness, where God is worshipped. The Bible describes it as a place of reverence and awe.
Definition: This name means apartness, holiness, sacredness Also named: hagion (ἅγιον "Holy Place" G0039)
Usage: Occurs in 380 OT verses. KJV: consecrated (thing), dedicated (thing), hallowed (thing), holiness, ([idiom] most) holy ([idiom] day, portion, thing), saint, sanctuary. See also: Exodus 3:5; Leviticus 23:4; 1 Chronicles 26:26.
עֶשְׂרִ֥ים
ʻesrîym
H6242
"twenty"
Adj
This word means twenty, and is also used as an ordinal number, like twentieth, as seen in Genesis 31:38. It can refer to a specific age or quantity.
Definition: twenty, twentieth Aramaic equivalent: es.rin (עֶשְׂרִין "twenty" H6243)
Usage: Occurs in 281 OT verses. KJV: (six-) score, twenty(-ieth). See also: Genesis 6:3; 1 Kings 9:14; Ezra 2:19.
גֵּרָ֖ה
gêrâh
H1626
"gerah"
N-fs
A gerah is a small weight or coin in the Bible, equal to 16 barley grains, used in ancient Israel. It appears in Exodus and Leviticus as a unit of currency. The value was a 20th part of a shekel.
Definition: gerah, a weight, a 20th part of a shekel, equal to the weight of 16 barley grains or 4 to 5 carob beans
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: gerah. See also: Exodus 30:13; Numbers 3:47; Ezekiel 45:12.
יִהְיֶ֥ה
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
הַ/שָּֽׁקֶל
sheqel
H8255
"shekel"
Art | N-ms
A shekel was a unit of weight or money in ancient Israel, like a coin or a measure of gold, silver, or copper. It was used for trade and commerce, as seen in the book of Exodus. The value varied depending on the material.
Definition: 1) shekel 1a) the chief unit of weight or measure 1a1) gold-1/10000 of a talent and equal to 220 grains 1a2) silver-1/3000 of a talent and equal to 132 grains 1a3) copper-1/1500 of a talent and equal to 528 grains Aramaic equivalent: te.qel (תְּקֵל "shekel" H8625B)
Usage: Occurs in 54 OT verses. KJV: shekel. See also: Genesis 23:15; Numbers 7:55; Jeremiah 32:9.
Study Notes — Leviticus 27:25
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- Leviticus 27:25 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 27:25
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 27:25
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 27:25
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 27:25
- Barnes' Notes on Leviticus 27:25
- Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 27:25
- Sermons on Leviticus 27:25
Context — Rules about Valuations
23then the priest shall calculate for him the value up to the Year of Jubilee, and the man shall pay the assessed value on that day as a sacred offering to the LORD.
24In the Year of Jubilee the field shall return to the one from whom it was bought—the original owner of the land.
25Every valuation will be according to the sanctuary shekel, twenty gerahs to the shekel.
26But no one may consecrate a firstborn of the livestock, because a firstborn belongs to the LORD. Whether it is an ox or a sheep, it is the LORD’s. 27But if it is among the unclean animals, then he may redeem it according to your valuation and add a fifth of its value. If it is not redeemed, then it shall be sold according to your valuation.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 30:13 | Everyone who crosses over to those counted must pay a half shekel, according to the sanctuary shekel, which weighs twenty gerahs. This half shekel is an offering to the LORD. |
| 2 | Numbers 18:16 | You are to pay the redemption price for a month-old male according to your valuation: five shekels of silver, according to the sanctuary shekel, which is twenty gerahs. |
| 3 | Numbers 3:47 | you are to collect five shekels for each one, according to the sanctuary shekel of twenty gerahs. |
| 4 | Ezekiel 45:12 | The shekel will consist of twenty gerahs. Twenty shekels plus twenty-five shekels plus fifteen shekels will equal one mina. |
| 5 | Leviticus 27:3 | if the valuation concerns a male from twenty to sixty years of age, then your valuation shall be fifty shekels of silver, according to the sanctuary shekel. |
Leviticus 27:25 Summary
Leviticus 27:25 tells us that every valuation, or measurement of worth, should be according to the sanctuary shekel, which is a standard unit of measurement. This means that everyone should be using the same standard to determine the value of something, much like how we use standardized units of measurement today (see Exodus 30:13). This helps ensure fairness and prevents cheating or dishonesty, reflecting the biblical theme of fairness and justice (as seen in Proverbs 11:1). By using a standardized system, we can trust that everyone is on the same page and that our transactions are fair and honest, which is an important part of living a life that honors God (see Micah 6:8).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the sanctuary shekel in Leviticus 27:25?
The sanctuary shekel was a standard unit of measurement for valuations in the Israelite community, ensuring fairness and consistency in transactions, as seen in Exodus 30:13 and Leviticus 27:3.
Why is it important to have a standard unit of measurement like the sanctuary shekel?
Having a standard unit of measurement helps prevent fraud and ensures that everyone is on the same page, much like the principle of fairness and justice seen in Proverbs 11:1 and Micah 6:8.
How does the use of the sanctuary shekel relate to the concept of sacred offerings in the Bible?
The use of the sanctuary shekel in Leviticus 27:25 highlights the importance of precision and fairness in sacred offerings, reflecting the broader theme of reverence and obedience to God's commands, as emphasized in Leviticus 1:3 and Numbers 18:26.
What can we learn from the Israelites' use of a standardized system of measurement?
The Israelites' use of a standardized system of measurement teaches us the value of fairness, consistency, and attention to detail in our own lives, as encouraged in Colossians 3:17 and 2 Corinthians 8:21.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can apply the principle of fairness and consistency in my own life, especially in my interactions with others?
- How can I ensure that my actions and decisions reflect a commitment to reverence and obedience to God's commands, as seen in the use of the sanctuary shekel?
- What are some potential consequences of not having a standardized system of measurement or values in my life, and how can I guard against them?
- In what ways can I demonstrate a heart of fairness and justice in my relationships and interactions with others, as reflected in the use of the sanctuary shekel?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 27:25
And all thy estimation shall be according to the shekel of the sanctuary,.... The shekel kept in the sanctuary, which was the standard of all shekels; not that there was a shekel in the sanctuary
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 27:25
And all thy estimations shall be according to the shekel of the sanctuary: twenty gerahs shall be the shekel. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 27:25
(25) According to the shekel of the sanctuary.—As the proceeds of these vows were devoted to the maintenance and repair of the sanctuary, all the valuations are to be made and paid according to the standard weight of the sanctuary shekel. (See Exodus 30:13.)
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 27:25
Verse 25. Shekel of the sanctuary] A standard shekel; the standard being kept in the sanctuary to try and regulate all the weights in the land by. See Genesis 20:16; Genesis 23:15.
Barnes' Notes on Leviticus 27:25
On the shekel and the gerah, see Exodus 30:13, note; Exodus 38:24, note.
Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 27:25
25. Shekel of the sanctuary — This implies that a standard of weights was kept in the sanctuary to try and regulate all the weights in the land. Thus true religion provides things honest.
Sermons on Leviticus 27:25
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(Exodus) Exodus 38:18 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the significance of the colors used in the hanging for the gate of the court. The blue represents Christ's deity, as he came from heaven. The |
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Four Types of Backsliders by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen discusses the four types of backsliders as illustrated in Luke 15: the lost sheep, lost coin, lost younger son, and lost elder son. He emphasizes that backsliding often |