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If the person is between five and twenty years old, then your valuation should be twenty shekels for a male and ten shekels for a female.
This verse establishes the monetary value assigned to people of different ages and genders when making vows to dedicate someone to God's service.
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King James Version · EnglishAnd if it be from five years old even unto twenty years old, then thy estimation shall be of the male twenty shekels, and for the female ten shekels.Ask the AI Assistant
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📚 Historical Context
In the book of Leviticus, God provided Moses with laws to guide the Israelites in maintaining holiness and fulfilling their vows to the Lord. This verse is part of a section that sets monetary valuations for people dedicated to God, allowing them to be redeemed based on age and gender, which reflected the economic and social norms of ancient Israelite society. These rules ensured that vows were honored while providing a practical way to release individuals from their dedication.