Leviticus 25:45 net — Also you may buy slaves from the children of the foreigners who reside with you, and from their families that are with…

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"Also you may buy slaves from the children of the foreigners who reside with you, and from their families that are with you, whom they have fathered in your land, they may become your property."

— Leviticus 25:45, NET Bible

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Leviticus 25 — Context

42

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

43

You must not rule over him harshly, but you must fear your God.

44

“‘As for your male and female slaves who may belong to you– you may buy male and female slaves from the nations all around you.

45

Also you may buy slaves from the children of the foreigners who reside with you, and from their families that are with you, whom they have fathered in your land, they may become your property.

46

You may give them as inheritance to your children after you to possess as property. You may enslave them perpetually. However, as for your brothers the Israelites, no man may rule over his brother harshly.

47

“‘If a resident foreigner who is with you prospers and your brother becomes impoverished with regard to him so that he sells himself to a resident foreigner who is with you or to a member of a foreigner’s family,

48

after he has sold himself he retains a right of redemption. One of his brothers may redeem him,

Leviticus 25:45 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Leviticus 25:45 say?
Leviticus 25:45 in the NET Bible reads: “Also you may buy slaves from the children of the foreigners who reside with you, and from their families that are with you, whom they have fathered in your land, they may become your property.”
Where is Leviticus 25:45 in the Bible?
Leviticus 25:45 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Leviticus, chapter 25, verse 45.
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 25:45.
What translation should I read Leviticus 25:45 in?
Leviticus 25:45 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 25:45?
Leviticus 25:45 reads (NET): “Also you may buy slaves from the children of the foreigners who reside with you, and from their families that are with you, whom they have fathered in your land, they may become your property.” 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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