Leviticus 25:2 akjv — Speak to the children of Israel, and say to them, When you come into the land which I give you, then shall the land kee…

American King James Version

"Speak to the children of Israel, and say to them, When you come into the land which I give you, then shall the land keep a sabbath to the LORD. "

— Leviticus 25:2, American King James Version

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Leviticus 25 — Context

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And the LORD spoke to Moses in mount Sinai, saying,

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Speak to the children of Israel, and say to them, When you come into the land which I give you, then shall the land keep a sabbath to the LORD.

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Six years you shall sow your field, and six years you shall prune your vineyard, and gather in the fruit thereof;

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But in the seventh year shall be a sabbath of rest to the land, a sabbath for the LORD: you shall neither sow your field, nor prune your vineyard.

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That which grows of its own accord of your harvest you shall not reap, neither gather the grapes of your vine undressed: for it is a year of rest to the land.

Leviticus 25:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 25:2 say?
Leviticus 25:2 in the American King James Version reads: “Speak to the children of Israel, and say to them, When you come into the land which I give you, then shall the land keep a sabbath to the LORD. ”
Where is Leviticus 25:2 in the Bible?
Leviticus 25:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 25, verse 2.
Who wrote Leviticus?
Leviticus is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Leviticus about?
Leviticus is Israel's handbook for holy living in the presence of a holy God. It details the sacrificial system, priestly duties, dietary and purity laws, and the festivals — all teaching that sin requires atonement and that God's people are called to be set apart.
What are the major themes of Leviticus?
Leviticus explores themes including Holiness, Sacrifice, Atonement, Priesthood, Purity. These themes shape the meaning and context of Leviticus 25:2.
What translation should I read Leviticus 25:2 in?
Leviticus 25:2 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Leviticus 25:2?
Leviticus 25:2 reads (AKJV): “Speak to the children of Israel, and say to them, When you come into the land which I give you, then shall the land keep a sabbath to the LORD. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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