Leviticus 26 – Blessings and Curses
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Obedience brings blessing (vv. 1–13):
God promises peace, prosperity, fruitfulness, safety, and His presence if Israel keeps His statutes and commandments. Rain will come in due season, the harvest will be abundant, and they will dwell in their land securely. -
Disobedience brings judgment (vv. 14–39):
If Israel disobeys, curses will come in escalating stages—terror, disease, enemies prevailing, famine, wild beasts, sword, and finally exile. God warns that unrepentant rebellion will lead to desolation of their land and scattering among the nations. -
Promise of restoration (vv. 40–46):
Even after severe judgment, if Israel confesses their sins and humbles themselves, God will remember His covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob and will not utterly destroy them.
Leviticus 27 – Laws of Vows and Devoted Things
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Vows of persons, animals, houses, and land (vv. 1–25):
The chapter gives regulations for when people voluntarily dedicate something to the Lord. Values were assigned to men, women, children, and the elderly, with adjustments for poverty. Animals, houses, and fields also had valuation rules. -
Things devoted to God (vv. 26–34):
The firstborn of animals, devoted things, and the tithe of the land and animals belong to the Lord and cannot be redeemed. The chapter closes with the declaration that these are commandments given to Moses on Mount Sinai.
? Summary:
Leviticus 26 highlights the stark contrast between obedience (blessing) and disobedience (curse), underscoring God’s justice and mercy. Leviticus 27 provides instruction on vows, dedications, and tithes, showing Israel how to honor God in their promises and possessions.
