Leviticus 25:34 kjva — But the field of the suburbs of their cities may not be sold; for it is their perpetual possession.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"But the field of the suburbs of their cities may not be sold; for it is their perpetual possession."

— Leviticus 25:34, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Leviticus 25 — Context

31

But the houses of the villages which have no wall round about them shall be counted as the fields of the country: they may be redeemed, and they shall go out in the jubile.

32

Notwithstanding the cities of the Levites, and the houses of the cities of their possession, may the Levites redeem at any time.

33

And if a man purchase of the Levites, then the house that was sold, and the city of his possession, shall go out in the year of jubile: for the houses of the cities of the Levites are their possession among the children of Israel.

34

But the field of the suburbs of their cities may not be sold; for it is their perpetual possession.

35

And if thy brother be waxen poor, and fallen in decay with thee; then thou shalt relieve him: yea, though he be a stranger, or a sojourner; that he may live with thee.

36

Take thou no usury of him, or increase: but fear thy God; that thy brother may live with thee.

37

Thou shalt not give him thy money upon usury, nor lend him thy victuals for increase.

Leviticus 25:34 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 25:34 say?
Leviticus 25:34 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “But the field of the suburbs of their cities may not be sold; for it is their perpetual possession.”
Where is Leviticus 25:34 in the Bible?
Leviticus 25:34 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 25, verse 34.
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 25:34.
What translation should I read Leviticus 25:34 in?
Leviticus 25:34 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 25:34?
Leviticus 25:34 reads (KJVA): “But the field of the suburbs of their cities may not be sold; for it is their perpetual possession.” 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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