Leviticus 25:39 net — “‘If your brother becomes impoverished with regard to you so that he sells himself to you, you must not subject him to…

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"“‘If your brother becomes impoverished with regard to you so that he sells himself to you, you must not subject him to slave service."

— Leviticus 25:39, NET Bible

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Leviticus 25 — Context

36

Do not take interest or profit from him, but you must fear your God and your brother must live with you.

37

You must not lend him your money at interest and you must not sell him food for profit.

38

I am the LORD your God who brought you out from the land of Egypt to give you the land of Canaan– to be your God.

39

“‘If your brother becomes impoverished with regard to you so that he sells himself to you, you must not subject him to slave service.

40

He must be with you as a hired worker, as a resident foreigner; he must serve with you until the year of jubilee,

41

but then he may go free, he and his children with him, and may return to his family and to the property of his ancestors.

42

Since they are my servants whom I brought out from the land of Egypt, they must not be sold in a slave sale.

Leviticus 25:39 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 25:39 say?
Leviticus 25:39 in the NET Bible reads: ““‘If your brother becomes impoverished with regard to you so that he sells himself to you, you must not subject him to slave service.”
Where is Leviticus 25:39 in the Bible?
Leviticus 25:39 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 25, verse 39.
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 25:39.
What translation should I read Leviticus 25:39 in?
Leviticus 25:39 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 25:39?
Leviticus 25:39 reads (NET): ““‘If your brother becomes impoverished with regard to you so that he sells himself to you, you must not subject him to slave service.” 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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