Or all that about which he hath sworn falsely; he shall even restore it in the principal, and shall add the fifth part more thereto, and give it unto him to whom it appertaineth, in the day of his trespass offering.
Or anything he has sworn falsely about, he must pay back the full amount, plus an additional one-fifth of its value, and give it to the person it rightfully belongs to on the day he brings his guilt offering.
This verse explains that when someone lies under oath about something, they must repay the full amount plus 20% extra to make things right.
📚 Historical Context
In the context of ancient Israel, the book of Leviticus was given by God through Moses as a guide for the Israelites' worship and daily living during their wilderness journey after the Exodus from Egypt. This verse specifically deals with the laws of restitution for sins like false oaths or theft, requiring the offender to return the item and add a fifth more as a form of penalty to ensure justice and purification. Such regulations were part of a broader system of sacrifices that emphasized maintaining holiness and restoring relationships within the community.
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