Leviticus 25:44 web — "'As for your male and your female slaves, whom you may have; of the nations that are around you, from them you may buy…

World English Bible

""'As for your male and your female slaves, whom you may have; of the nations that are around you, from them you may buy male and female slaves."

— Leviticus 25:44, World English Bible

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Leviticus 25 — Context

41

then he shall go out from you, he and his children with him, and shall return to his own family, and to the possession of his fathers.

42

For they are my servants, whom I brought forth out of the land of Egypt. They shall not be sold as slaves.

43

You shall not rule over him with harshness, but shall fear your God.

44

"'As for your male and your female slaves, whom you may have; of the nations that are around you, from them you may buy male and female slaves.

45

Moreover of the children of the aliens who live among you, of them you may buy, and of their families who are with you, which they have conceived in your land; and they will be your property.

46

You may make them an inheritance for your children after you, to hold for a possession; of them may you take your slaves forever: but over your brothers the children of Israel you shall not rule, one over another, with harshness.

47

"'If an alien or temporary resident with you becomes rich, and your brother beside him has grown poor, and sells himself to the stranger or foreigner living among you, or to a member of the stranger's family;

Leviticus 25:44 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 25:44 say?
Leviticus 25:44 in the World English Bible reads: “"'As for your male and your female slaves, whom you may have; of the nations that are around you, from them you may buy male and female slaves.”
Where is Leviticus 25:44 in the Bible?
Leviticus 25:44 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 25, verse 44.
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 25:44.
What translation should I read Leviticus 25:44 in?
Leviticus 25:44 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 25:44?
Leviticus 25:44 reads (WEB): “"'As for your male and your female slaves, whom you may have; of the nations that are around you, from them you may buy male and female slaves.” 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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