Leviticus 26:14 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

But if ye will not hearken unto me, and will not do all these commandments;

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

But if you refuse to listen to me and won't obey all these commands,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is warning that there will be consequences for those who choose not to listen to Him or follow His commands.

📚 Historical Context

Leviticus 26 is part of the laws God gave to the Israelites through Moses after their exodus from Egypt, as they prepared to enter the Promised Land. In this chapter, God outlines a covenant that promises blessings for obedience and severe consequences for disobedience, reflecting the ancient practice of conditional agreements between a deity and a people. This verse specifically introduces the warnings about rejecting God's commandments, emphasizing the importance of faithfulness in their new nation.

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