Leviticus 25:36 akjv — Take you no usury of him, or increase: but fear your God; that your brother may live with you.

American King James Version

"Take you no usury of him, or increase: but fear your God; that your brother may live with you. "

— Leviticus 25:36, American King James Version

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Leviticus 25 — Context

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 jubilee: 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 your brother be waxen poor, and fallen in decay with you; then you shall relieve him: yes, though he be a stranger, or a sojourner; that he may live with you.

36

Take you no usury of him, or increase: but fear your God; that your brother may live with you.

37

You shall not give him your money on usury, nor lend him your victuals for increase.

38

I am the LORD your God, which brought you forth out of the land of Egypt, to give you the land of Canaan, and to be your God. ¶

39

And if your brother that dwells by you be waxen poor, and be sold to you; you shall not compel him to serve as a bondservant:

Leviticus 25:36 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 25:36 say?
Leviticus 25:36 in the American King James Version reads: “Take you no usury of him, or increase: but fear your God; that your brother may live with you. ”
Where is Leviticus 25:36 in the Bible?
Leviticus 25:36 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 25, verse 36.
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 25:36.
What translation should I read Leviticus 25:36 in?
Leviticus 25:36 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 25:36?
Leviticus 25:36 reads (AKJV): “Take you no usury of him, or increase: but fear your God; that your brother may live with you. ” 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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