Leviticus 27:19
New International Version
If the one who dedicates the field wishes to redeem it, they must add a fifth to its value, and the field will again become theirs.

New Living Translation
If the person who dedicated the field wants to buy it back, he must pay the value set by the priest, plus 20 percent. Then the field will again be legally his.

English Standard Version
And if he who dedicates the field wishes to redeem it, then he shall add a fifth to its valuation price, and it shall remain his.

Berean Standard Bible
And if the one who consecrated the field decides to redeem it, he must add a fifth to the assessed value, and it shall belong to him.

King James Bible
And if he that sanctified the field will in any wise redeem it, then he shall add the fifth part of the money of thy estimation unto it, and it shall be assured to him.

New King James Version
And if he who dedicates the field ever wishes to redeem it, then he must add one-fifth of the money of your valuation to it, and it shall belong to him.

New American Standard Bible
If the one who consecrates it should ever want to redeem the field, then he shall add a fifth of your assessment price to it, so that it may belong to him.

NASB 1995
‘If the one who consecrates it should ever wish to redeem the field, then he shall add one-fifth of your valuation price to it, so that it may pass to him.

NASB 1977
‘And if the one who consecrates it should ever wish to redeem the field, then he shall add one-fifth of your valuation price to it, so that it may pass to him.

Legacy Standard Bible
If the one who sets it apart as holy should ever wish to redeem the field, then he shall add one-fifth of your valuation price to it so that it may stand as his own.

Amplified Bible
If the one who consecrates the field should ever wish to redeem it, then he shall add one-fifth of the appraisal price to it, so that it may return to him.

Christian Standard Bible
If the one who consecrated the field decides to redeem it, he must add a fifth to the assessed value, and the field will transfer back to him.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
If the one who consecrated the field decides to redeem it, he must add a fifth to the assessed value, and the field will transfer back to him.

American Standard Version
And if he that sanctified the field will indeed redeem it, then he shall add the fifth part of the money of thy estimation unto it, and it shall be assured to him.

Contemporary English Version
If you decide to buy back the land, you must pay the price plus an additional 20 percent,

English Revised Version
And if he that sanctified the field will indeed redeem it, then he shall add the fifth part of the money of thy estimation unto it, and it shall be assured to him.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
If you want to buy it back, you must pay its full value plus one-fifth more.

Good News Translation
If you wish to buy your field back, you must pay the price plus an additional 20 percent.

International Standard Version
"If the one who consecrated the field intends to redeem it, then he is to add one fifth of your valuation to it in silver, then it is to be established as his.

Majority Standard Bible
And if the one who consecrated the field decides to redeem it, he must add a fifth to the assessed value, and it shall belong to him.

NET Bible
If, however, the one who consecrated the field redeems it, he must add to it one fifth of the conversion price and it will belong to him.

New Heart English Bible
If he who dedicated the field will indeed redeem it, then he shall add the fifth part of the money of your valuation to it, and it shall remain his.

Webster's Bible Translation
And if he that sanctified the field will in any wise redeem it, then he shall add the fifth part of the money of thy estimation to it, and it shall be assured to him.

World English Bible
If he who dedicated the field will indeed redeem it, then he shall add the fifth part of the money of your valuation to it, and it shall remain his.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And if he really redeems the field—he who is sanctifying it—then he has added a fifth of the money of your valuation to it, and it has been established to him;

Young's Literal Translation
'And if he really redeem the field -- he who is sanctifying it -- then he hath added a fifth of the money of thy valuation to it, and it hath been established to him;

Smith's Literal Translation
And if he consecrating it, redeeming, shall redeem the field, and he shall add the fifth of the silver of thy estimation upon it, and it stood to him.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And if he that had vowed, will redeem his field, he shall add the fifth part of the money of the estimation, and shall possess it.

Catholic Public Domain Version
But if he who had vowed it, was willing to redeem his field, he shall add a fifth part of the money to the estimation, and then he shall possess it.

New American Bible
A person dedicating a field who then wishes to redeem it shall pay one fifth more than the price thus established, and so reclaim it.

New Revised Standard Version
And if the one who consecrates the field wishes to redeem it, then one-fifth shall be added to its assessed value, and it shall revert to the original owner;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And if the man who sanctifies the field wishes to redeem it, then he shall add a fifth of the money of the valuation to it, and it shall be his.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And if he will surely redeem that field from him who hallows it, he will add onefifth the money of the proceeds for it and it shall be his.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And if he that sanctified the field will indeed redeem it, then he shall add the fifth part of the money of thy valuation unto it, and it shall be assured to him.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And if he that sanctified the field would redeem it, he shall add to its value the fifth part of the money, and it shall be his.

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Context
Rules about Valuations
18But if he consecrates his field after the Jubilee, the priest is to calculate the price in proportion to the years left until the next Year of Jubilee, so that your valuation will be reduced. 19And if the one who consecrated the field decides to redeem it, he must add a fifth to the assessed value, and it shall belong to him. 20If, however, he does not redeem the field, or if he has sold it to another man, it may no longer be redeemed.…

Cross References
Numbers 18:21-24
Behold, I have given to the Levites all the tithes in Israel as an inheritance in return for the work they do, the service of the Tent of Meeting. / No longer may the Israelites come near to the Tent of Meeting, or they will incur guilt and die. / The Levites are to perform the work of the Tent of Meeting, and they must bear their iniquity. This is a permanent statute for the generations to come. The Levites will not receive an inheritance among the Israelites. ...

Deuteronomy 14:22-29
You must be sure to set aside a tenth of all the produce brought forth each year from your fields. / And you are to eat a tenth of your grain, new wine, and oil, and the firstborn of your herds and flocks, in the presence of the LORD your God at the place He will choose as a dwelling for His Name, so that you may learn to fear the LORD your God always. / But if the distance is too great for you to carry that with which the LORD your God has blessed you, because the place where the LORD your God will choose to put His Name is too far away, ...

Nehemiah 10:37-39
Moreover, we will bring to the priests at the storerooms of the house of our God the firstfruits of our dough, of our grain offerings, of the fruit of all our trees, and of our new wine and oil. A tenth of our produce belongs to the Levites, so that they shall receive tithes in all the towns where we labor. / A priest of Aaron’s line is to accompany the Levites when they collect the tenth, and the Levites are to bring a tenth of these tithes to the storerooms of the treasury in the house of our God. / For the Israelites and the Levites are to bring the contributions of grain, new wine, and oil to the storerooms where the articles of the sanctuary are kept and where the ministering priests, the gatekeepers, and the singers stay. Thus we will not neglect the house of our God.”

Malachi 3:8-10
Will a man rob God? Yet you are robbing Me! But you ask, ‘How do we rob You?’ In tithes and offerings. / You are cursed with a curse, yet you—the whole nation—are still robbing Me. / Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, so that there may be food in My house. Test Me in this,” says the LORD of Hosts. “See if I will not open the windows of heaven and pour out for you blessing without measure.

Matthew 23:23
Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You pay tithes of mint, dill, and cumin. But you have disregarded the weightier matters of the law: justice, mercy, and faithfulness. You should have practiced the latter, without neglecting the former.

Luke 11:42
Woe to you Pharisees! For you pay tithes of mint, rue, and every herb, but you disregard justice and the love of God. You should have practiced the latter without neglecting the former.

Hebrews 7:5-9
Now the law commands the sons of Levi who become priests to collect a tenth from the people—that is, from their brothers—though they too are descended from Abraham. / But Melchizedek, who did not trace his descent from Levi, collected a tenth from Abraham and blessed him who had the promises. / And indisputably, the lesser is blessed by the greater. ...

Genesis 28:22
And this stone I have set up as a pillar will be God’s house, and of all that You give me I will surely give You a tenth.”

2 Chronicles 31:5-6
As soon as the order went out, the Israelites generously provided the firstfruits of the grain, new wine, oil, and honey, and of all the produce of the field, and they brought in an abundance—a tithe of everything. / And the Israelites and Judahites who lived in the cities of Judah also brought a tithe of their herds and flocks and a tithe of the holy things consecrated to the LORD their God, and they laid them in large heaps.

Proverbs 3:9-10
Honor the LORD with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your crops; / then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will overflow with new wine.

2 Corinthians 9:6-7
Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. / Each one should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not out of regret or compulsion. For God loves a cheerful giver.

Acts 4:34-37
There were no needy ones among them, because those who owned lands or houses would sell their property, bring the proceeds from the sales, / and lay them at the apostles’ feet for distribution to anyone as he had need. / Joseph, a Levite from Cyprus, whom the apostles called Barnabas (meaning Son of Encouragement), ...

Romans 12:1
Therefore I urge you, brothers, on account of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God, which is your spiritual service of worship.

1 Corinthians 16:2
On the first day of every week, each of you should set aside a portion of his income, saving it up, so that when I come no collections will be needed.

Galatians 6:6-10
Nevertheless, the one who receives instruction in the word must share in all good things with his instructor. / Do not be deceived: God is not to be mocked. Whatever a man sows, he will reap in return. / The one who sows to please his flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; but the one who sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life. ...


Treasury of Scripture

And if he that sanctified the field will in any wise redeem it, then he shall add the fifth part of the money of your estimation to it, and it shall be assured to him.

Leviticus 27:13
But if he will at all redeem it, then he shall add a fifth part thereof unto thy estimation.

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Leviticus 27
1. He who makes a singular vow must be the Lord's
3. The estimation of the person
9. of a beast given by vow
14. of a house
16. of a field, and the redemption thereof
28. No devoted thing may be redeemed
30. The tithe may not be changed














And if the one who consecrates the field
The phrase "the one who consecrates" refers to an individual who has dedicated something to the Lord. In Hebrew, the word for "consecrate" is "קדש" (qadash), which means to set apart as holy. This act of consecration is a voluntary dedication, often reflecting a deep commitment to God. Historically, consecrating a field would have been a significant act, as land was a primary source of sustenance and wealth. This reflects the principle that everything we have is ultimately God's, and we are stewards of His creation.

ever wishes to redeem it
The concept of "redeem" in Hebrew is "גאל" (ga'al), which means to buy back or reclaim. Redemption is a powerful biblical theme, symbolizing restoration and the reclaiming of what was lost. In the context of Leviticus, it underscores God's provision for His people to restore what they have dedicated, should their circumstances change. This reflects God's understanding and compassion for human needs and situations, allowing for flexibility within the framework of His laws.

he must add a fifth to its value
Adding "a fifth" (20%) to the value of the field signifies a penalty or surcharge for redeeming what was consecrated. This additional cost serves as a reminder of the seriousness of vows made to God. It also ensures that the act of redemption is not taken lightly, emphasizing the importance of commitment and the cost of reclaiming what was once given to God. This principle can be seen as a call to integrity and faithfulness in our promises to God.

and it will belong to him
The phrase "it will belong to him" indicates the restoration of ownership to the original consecrator upon fulfilling the redemption requirements. This reflects the biblical principle of restoration and the idea that God allows for second chances. It highlights God's grace and mercy, allowing individuals to regain what they have dedicated, provided they adhere to His stipulations. This can inspire believers to trust in God's provision and His willingness to restore what is lost when approached with sincerity and obedience.

(19) And if he that sanctified the field will in any wise redeem it.--Better, and if he wishes to redeem the field that sanctified it. (See Leviticus 27:13.) This is sure to be the case, since the low value fixed per acre was designed that the field should be redeemed by him. According to the legislation during the second Temple, the rule here included his wife and his heirs, any one of whom had the right to redeem it. But the family in redeeming it had, as usual, to add one-fifth over and above the valuation price, for the reason already stated. (See Leviticus 27:13; Leviticus 27:15.)



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
And if
וְאִם־ (wə·’im-)
Conjunctive waw | Conjunction
Strong's 518: Lo!, whether?, if, although, Oh that!, when, not

the one who consecrated
הַמַּקְדִּ֖ישׁ (ham·maq·dîš)
Article | Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 6942: To be set apart or consecrated

the field
הַשָּׂדֶ֔ה (haś·śā·ḏeh)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7704: Field, land

decides to redeem
גָּאֹ֤ל (gā·’ōl)
Verb - Qal - Infinitive absolute
Strong's 1350: To redeem, act as kinsman

it,
יִגְאַל֙ (yiḡ·’al)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1350: To redeem, act as kinsman

he must add
וְ֠יָסַף (wə·yā·sap̄)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3254: To add, augment

a fifth
חֲמִשִׁ֧ית (ḥă·mi·šîṯ)
Number - ordinal feminine singular construct
Strong's 2549: Fifth, a fifth

to
עָלָ֖יו (‘ā·lāw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

the assessed
עֶרְכְּךָ֛ (‘er·kə·ḵā)
Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 6187: A pile, equipment, estimate

value,
כֶּֽסֶף־ (ke·sep̄-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3701: Silver, money

and it shall belong
וְקָ֥ם (wə·qām)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6965: To arise, stand up, stand

to him.
לֽוֹ׃ (lōw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's Hebrew


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