Leviticus 25:48
New International Version
they retain the right of redemption after they have sold themselves. One of their relatives may redeem them:

New Living Translation
they still retain the right to be bought back, even after they have been purchased. They may be bought back by a brother,

English Standard Version
then after he is sold he may be redeemed. One of his brothers may redeem him,

Berean Standard Bible
he retains the right of redemption after he has sold himself. One of his brothers may redeem him:

King James Bible
After that he is sold he may be redeemed again; one of his brethren may redeem him:

New King James Version
after he is sold he may be redeemed again. One of his brothers may redeem him;

New American Standard Bible
then he shall have redemption right after he has been sold. One of his brothers may redeem him,

NASB 1995
then he shall have redemption right after he has been sold. One of his brothers may redeem him,

NASB 1977
then he shall have redemption right after he has been sold. One of his brothers may redeem him,

Legacy Standard Bible
then he shall have redemption right after he has been sold. One of his brothers may redeem him,

Amplified Bible
then after he is sold he shall have the right of redemption. One of his relatives may redeem him:

Christian Standard Bible
he has the right of redemption after he has been sold. One of his brothers may redeem him.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
he has the right of redemption after he has been sold. One of his brothers may redeem him.

American Standard Version
after that he is sold he may be redeemed: one of his brethren may redeem him;

Contemporary English Version
you still have the right to be set free by a relative, such as a brother

English Revised Version
after that he is sold he may be redeemed; one of his brethren may redeem him:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
After he has sold himself, he has the right to be bought back. One of his brothers may buy him back.

Good News Translation
After they are sold, they still have the right to be bought back. A brother

International Standard Version
he has the right to be redeemed after he sells himself. One of his brothers may redeem him.

Majority Standard Bible
he retains the right of redemption after he has sold himself. One of his brothers may redeem him:

NET Bible
after he has sold himself he retains a right of redemption. One of his brothers may redeem him,

New Heart English Bible
after he is sold he may be redeemed. One of his brothers may redeem him;

Webster's Bible Translation
After that he is sold he may be redeemed again; one of his brethren may redeem him:

World English Bible
after he is sold he may be redeemed. One of his brothers may redeem him;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
after he has been sold, there is a right of redemption for him; one of his brothers redeems him,

Young's Literal Translation
after he hath been sold, there is a right of redemption to him; one of his brethren doth redeem him,

Smith's Literal Translation
After the selling, redemption shall be to him; one from his brethren shall redeem him:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
After the sale he may be redeemed. He that will of his brethren shall redeem him:

Catholic Public Domain Version
after the sale, he is able to be redeemed. Whoever is willing among his brothers shall redeem him:

New American Bible
even after having sold themselves, they still may be redeemed by one of their kindred,

New Revised Standard Version
after they have sold themselves they shall have the right of redemption; one of their brothers may redeem them,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
After that he is sold he may be redeemed again; one of his brethren may redeem him;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
After he will be sold, he shall have redemption; one of his brothers may buy him:
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
after that he is sold he may be redeemed; one of his brethren may redeem him;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
after he is sold to him there shall be redemption for him, one of his brethren shall redeem him.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Redemption of Servants
47If a foreigner residing among you prospers, but your countryman dwelling near him becomes destitute and sells himself to the foreigner or to a member of his clan, 48he retains the right of redemption after he has sold himself. One of his brothers may redeem him: 49either his uncle or cousin or any close relative from his clan may redeem him. Or if he prospers, he may redeem himself.…

Cross References
Exodus 21:2
If you buy a Hebrew servant, he is to serve you for six years. But in the seventh year, he shall go free without paying anything.

Deuteronomy 15:12
If a fellow Hebrew, a man or a woman, is sold to you and serves you six years, then in the seventh year you must set him free.

Nehemiah 5:8
and said, “We have done our best to buy back our Jewish brothers who were sold to foreigners, but now you are selling your own brothers, that they may be sold back to us!” But they remained silent, for they could find nothing to say.

Jeremiah 34:14
Every seventh year, each of you must free his Hebrew brother who has sold himself to you. He may serve you six years, but then you must let him go free. But your fathers did not listen or incline their ear.

Galatians 4:4-5
But when the time had fully come, God sent His Son, born of a woman, born under the law, / to redeem those under the law, that we might receive our adoption as sons.

1 Corinthians 7:23
You were bought at a price; do not become slaves of men.

Isaiah 52:3
For this is what the LORD says: “You were sold for nothing, and without money you will be redeemed.”

Romans 6:18
You have been set free from sin and have become slaves to righteousness.

Ephesians 1:7
In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace

Colossians 1:14
in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.

1 Peter 1:18-19
For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life you inherited from your forefathers, / but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or spot.

Matthew 20:28
just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.”

Mark 10:45
For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.”

Luke 4:18
“The Spirit of the Lord is on Me, because He has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to release the oppressed,

John 8:36
So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.


Treasury of Scripture

After that he is sold he may be redeemed again; one of his brothers may redeem him:

Leviticus 25:25,35
If thy brother be waxen poor, and hath sold away some of his possession, and if any of his kin come to redeem it, then shall he redeem that which his brother sold…

Nehemiah 5:5,8
Yet now our flesh is as the flesh of our brethren, our children as their children: and, lo, we bring into bondage our sons and our daughters to be servants, and some of our daughters are brought unto bondage already: neither is it in our power to redeem them; for other men have our lands and vineyards…

Galatians 4:4,5
But when the fulness of the time was come, God sent forth his Son, made of a woman, made under the law, …

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Leviticus 25
1. the Sabbath of the seventh year
8. The jubilee in the fiftieth year
14. Of oppression
18. A blessing of obedience
23. The redemption of land
29. Of houses
35. Compassion to the poor
39. The usage of bondmen
47. The redemption of servants














He retains the right of redemption after he has sold himself.
In the context of ancient Israel, the concept of redemption was deeply rooted in the social and religious fabric of the community. The right of redemption refers to the ability of an individual to regain freedom or property that had been sold due to economic hardship. This principle is grounded in the belief that the land and people ultimately belong to God (Leviticus 25:23). The Jubilee laws, which are detailed in Leviticus 25, were designed to prevent the permanent loss of family land and to ensure that individuals who had fallen into servitude could be restored to their original status. This reflects God's desire for justice and mercy within the community. Theologically, this right of redemption can be seen as a foreshadowing of the ultimate redemption offered through Jesus Christ, who redeems humanity from the bondage of sin (Galatians 3:13).

One of his brothers may redeem him:
The provision for a family member, specifically a brother, to redeem an individual highlights the importance of family solidarity and responsibility in ancient Israelite society. This practice ensured that the family unit remained intact and that individuals were not left in perpetual servitude. The role of the kinsman-redeemer, or "goel," is a recurring theme in the Old Testament, most notably illustrated in the Book of Ruth, where Boaz acts as a redeemer for Ruth and Naomi (Ruth 4:1-10). This concept of a kinsman-redeemer is a type of Christ, who is our ultimate Redeemer. Just as a brother could redeem a family member, Christ, as our spiritual brother, redeems us, restoring us to our rightful place as children of God (Hebrews 2:11-12). This provision underscores the communal and familial nature of God's covenant with His people, emphasizing that redemption is not just an individual act but a communal responsibility.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Israelites
The original audience of Leviticus, God's chosen people, who were given laws to live by in the Promised Land.

2. Jubilee Year
A significant event in Israelite society occurring every 50 years, where liberty was proclaimed, and property was restored.

3. Redeemer
A close relative who has the responsibility or opportunity to buy back a family member sold into servitude.

4. Moses
The prophet through whom God delivered the laws, including those in Leviticus, to the Israelites.

5. Promised Land
The land of Canaan, which God promised to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
Teaching Points
Understanding Redemption
The concept of redemption in Leviticus 25:48 highlights God's provision for restoration and freedom. It reflects His desire for His people to live in liberty and community.

Role of the Redeemer
The role of a kinsman-redeemer is a precursor to Christ's redemptive work. Just as a family member could redeem a relative, Christ redeems us from sin and bondage.

Community Responsibility
The law emphasizes the importance of family and community support. It encourages believers to care for one another, reflecting God's love and provision.

Spiritual Freedom
The physical redemption in Leviticus points to the spiritual freedom we have in Christ. Believers are called to live in the freedom Christ provides, free from the bondage of sin.

Hope and Restoration
The provision for redemption offers hope and a future. It reminds us that no situation is beyond God's ability to restore and redeem.(48) He may be redeemed again.--The law which applies to a heathen who sold himself to a Hebrew is reversed in this case. Whilst the heathen cannot be redeemed, and is to remain a bondman for ever, the Israelite who sells himself to a heathen may be redeemed. Indeed, according to the interpretation which obtained during the second Temple, this passage enjoins it upon his relations and the congregation to redeem him as soon as possible. Hence the ancient Chaldee Version translates it, "his redemption must be effected forthwith."



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
he retains
תִּהְיֶה־ (tih·yeh-)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

the right of redemption
גְּאֻלָּ֖ה (gə·’ul·lāh)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 1353: Redemption, relationship

after
אַחֲרֵ֣י (’a·ḥă·rê)
Preposition
Strong's 310: The hind or following part

he has sold himself.
נִמְכַּ֔ר (nim·kar)
Verb - Nifal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 4376: To sell

One
אֶחָ֥ד (’e·ḥāḏ)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 259: United, one, first

of his brothers
מֵאֶחָ֖יו (mê·’e·ḥāw)
Preposition-m | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 251: A brother, )

may redeem him:
יִגְאָלֶֽנּוּ׃ (yiḡ·’ā·len·nū)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular | third person masculine singular
Strong's 1350: To redeem, act as kinsman


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