Leviticus 27:4 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And if it be a female, then thy estimation shall be thirty shekels.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And if it is a female, then your valuation shall be thirty shekels.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse establishes that when making a vow to dedicate a woman to God's service, the monetary equivalent for redemption was set at thirty shekels of silver.

📚 Historical Context

In the ancient Israelite community, as described in the Book of Leviticus, God gave laws through Moses to handle vows and dedications to the Lord, including assigning monetary values for redeeming people who were pledged to the sanctuary. This verse specifically addresses the valuation for a woman of a certain age, set at thirty shekels, which reflected the economic realities and social structures of that time in Israel. These rules helped maintain order in religious practices and ensured that commitments to God were fulfilled appropriately.

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