KJV ORIGINAL
But if he will at all redeem it, then he shall add a fifth part thereof unto thy estimation.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
But if he really wants to buy it back, then he must add one-fifth more to the price you set.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse explains that if someone wants to reclaim something they've dedicated to God, they must pay 20% extra beyond its assessed value.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of the laws about vows and dedicated offerings in ancient Israel. When someone consecrated property or animals to the Lord but later wanted to redeem (buy back) what they had dedicated, they had to pay the priest's valuation plus an additional 20%. This system maintained the sanctity of vows while providing a way for people to reclaim necessary property.
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