Leviticus 19:33
Leviticus 19:33 in Multiple Translations
When a foreigner resides with you in your land, you must not oppress him.
¶ And if a stranger sojourn with thee in your land, ye shall not vex him.
And if a stranger sojourn with thee in your land, ye shall not do him wrong.
And if a man from another country is living in your land with you, do not make life hard for him;
Don't mistreat foreigners who live in your country.
And if a stranger soiourne with thee in your lande, ye shall not vexe him.
'And when a sojourner sojourneth with thee in your land, thou dost not oppress him;
“‘If a stranger lives as a foreigner with you in your land, you shall not do him wrong.
And if a stranger shall sojourn with thee in your land, ye shall not oppress him.
If a stranger dwell in your land, and abide among you, do not upbraid him:
‘When foreigners live among you in your land, do not mistreat them.
Berean Amplified Bible — Leviticus 19:33
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Leviticus 19:33 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וְ/כִֽי
יָג֧וּר
אִתְּ/ךָ֛
גֵּ֖ר
בְּ/אַרְצְ/כֶ֑ם
לֹ֥א
תוֹנ֖וּ
אֹתֽ/וֹ
וְ/כִֽי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj | Conj
יָג֧וּר
gûwr
H1481
to sojourn
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
אִתְּ/ךָ֛
ʼêth
H854
with
Prep | Suff
גֵּ֖ר
gêr
H1616
sojourner
N-ms
בְּ/אַרְצְ/כֶ֑ם
ʼerets
H776
land
Prep | N-cs | Suff
לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
תוֹנ֖וּ
yânâh
H3238
to oppress
V-Hiphil-Imperf-2mp
אֹתֽ/וֹ
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 19:33
וְ/כִֽי
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj | Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
יָג֧וּר
gûwr
H1481
"to sojourn"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
This word means to fear or dread something, like the fear of God. It implies a sense of awe or reverence, like the fear that the disciples felt during the storm on the lake in Matthew 8:24. It can also mean to be a stranger or sojourner in a place.
Definition: 1) to sojourn, abide, dwell in, dwell with, remain, inhabit, be a stranger, be continuing, surely 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to sojourn, dwell for a time 1a2) to abide, stay, temporarily dwell 1b) (Hithpolel) 1b1) to seek hospitality with 1b2) to assemble oneself
Usage: Occurs in 94 OT verses. KJV: abide, assemble, be afraid, dwell, fear, gather (together), inhabitant, remain, sojourn, stand in awe, (be) stranger, [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 12:10; 1 Kings 17:20; Psalms 5:5.
אִתְּ/ךָ֛
ʼêth
H854
"with"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew preposition means 'with' or 'near', indicating a close relationship or physical proximity. It's used in Genesis 1:26 to describe God's relationship with humanity, and in many other places to show connection or closeness.
Definition: 1) with, near, together with 1a) with, together with 1b) with (of relationship) 1c) near (of place) 1d) with (poss.) 1e) from...with, from (with other prep)
Usage: Occurs in 787 OT verses. KJV: against, among, before, by, for, from, in(-to), (out) of, with. Often with another prepositional prefix. See also: Genesis 4:1; Genesis 42:32; Numbers 1:5.
גֵּ֖ר
gêr
H1616
"sojourner"
N-ms
A sojourner is a foreigner or temporary resident, lacking inherited rights, but often given concessions in Israel. This term appears in the Bible to describe outsiders living among God's people.
Definition: 1) sojourner 1a) a temporary inhabitant, a newcomer lacking inherited rights 1b) of foreigners in Israel, though conceded rights
Usage: Occurs in 83 OT verses. KJV: alien, sojourner, stranger. See also: Genesis 15:13; Deuteronomy 10:19; Psalms 39:13.
בְּ/אַרְצְ/כֶ֑ם
ʼerets
H776
"land"
Prep | N-cs | Suff
The land or earth refers to the soil or ground, and can also mean a country, territory, or region. In the Bible, it is used to describe the earth and its inhabitants, and is often translated as 'land' or 'country'.
Definition: : soil 1) land, earth 1a) earth 1a1) whole earth (as opposed to a part) 1a2) earth (as opposed to heaven) 1a3) earth (inhabitants) 1b) land 1b1) country, territory 1b2) district, region 1b3) tribal territory 1b4) piece of ground 1b5) land of Canaan, Israel 1b6) inhabitants of land 1b7) Sheol, land without return, (under) world 1b8) city (-state) 1c) ground, surface of the earth 1c1) ground 1c2) soil 1d) (in phrases) 1d1) people of the land 1d2) space or distance of country (in measurements of distance) 1d3) level or plain country 1d4) land of the living 1d5) end(s) of the earth 1e) (almost wholly late in usage) 1e1) lands, countries 1e1a) often in contrast to Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 2190 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] common, country, earth, field, ground, land, [idiom] natins, way, [phrase] wilderness, world. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 18:18; Genesis 42:13.
לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
תוֹנ֖וּ
yânâh
H3238
"to oppress"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-2mp
To oppress or treat someone violently, often implying a sense of injustice or wrongdoing, as found in the KJV.
Definition: 1) to oppress, suppress, treat violently, maltreat, vex, do wrong 1a) (Qal) to oppress, suppress 1b) (Hiphil) to treat violently, maltreat
Usage: Occurs in 19 OT verses. KJV: destroy, (thrust out by) oppress(-ing, -ion, -or), proud, vex, do violence. See also: Exodus 22:20; Jeremiah 46:16; Psalms 74:8.
אֹתֽ/וֹ
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM | Suff
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
Study Notes — Leviticus 19:33
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 19:33
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 19:33
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 19:33
- Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 19:33
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 19:33
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 19:33
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 19:33
- Barnes' Notes on Leviticus 19:33
- Sermons on Leviticus 19:33
Context — Keep My Statutes
31You must not turn to mediums or spiritists; do not seek them out, or you will be defiled by them. I am the LORD your God.
32You are to rise in the presence of the elderly, honor the aged, and fear your God. I am the LORD.
33When a foreigner resides with you in your land, you must not oppress him.
34You must treat the foreigner living among you as native-born and love him as yourself, for you were foreigners in the land of Egypt. I am the LORD your God. 35You must not use dishonest measures of length, weight, or volume.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 23:9 | Do not oppress a foreign resident, since you yourselves know how it feels to be foreigners; for you were foreigners in the land of Egypt. |
| 2 | Exodus 22:21 | You must not exploit or oppress a foreign resident, for you yourselves were foreigners in the land of Egypt. |
| 3 | Malachi 3:5 | “Then I will draw near to you for judgment. And I will be a swift witness against sorcerers and adulterers and perjurers, against oppressors of the widowed and fatherless, and against those who defraud laborers of their wages and deny justice to the foreigner but do not fear Me,” says the LORD of Hosts. |
| 4 | Jeremiah 7:6 | if you no longer oppress the foreigner and the fatherless and the widow, and if you no longer shed innocent blood in this place or follow other gods to your own harm, |
| 5 | Deuteronomy 24:14 | Do not oppress a hired hand who is poor and needy, whether he is a brother or a foreigner residing in one of your towns. |
| 6 | Deuteronomy 10:18–19 | He executes justice for the fatherless and widow, and He loves the foreigner, giving him food and clothing. So you also must love the foreigner, since you yourselves were foreigners in the land of Egypt. |
| 7 | Ezekiel 22:29 | The people of the land have practiced extortion and committed robbery. They have oppressed the poor and needy and have exploited the foreign resident without justice. |
| 8 | Ezekiel 22:7 | Father and mother are treated with contempt. Within your walls the foreign resident is exploited, the fatherless and the widow are oppressed. |
Leviticus 19:33 Summary
[This verse reminds us that God cares deeply about how we treat those who are strangers or foreigners in our land. We are called to love and care for them, just as God loves and cares for us. As it says in Leviticus 19:34, we are to treat the foreigner living among us as native-born and love them as ourselves. By doing so, we show that we fear God and are obedient to His commands, as seen in Exodus 22:21-22.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to oppress a foreigner?
To oppress a foreigner means to take unfair advantage of them, treating them with cruelty or harshness, which is against God's will as seen in Leviticus 19:33 and Exodus 22:21-22.
Why is God concerned about the treatment of foreigners?
God is concerned about the treatment of foreigners because He knows what it's like to be a stranger in a foreign land, as the Israelites were in Egypt, and He wants us to show love and compassion to those who are vulnerable, as mentioned in Deuteronomy 10:19.
How does this verse relate to our lives today?
This verse is still relevant today, as we are called to love and care for the strangers and foreigners in our midst, just as God loves and cares for us, as seen in Matthew 25:31-46 and Leviticus 19:34.
What is the consequence of oppressing a foreigner?
The consequence of oppressing a foreigner is that it displeases God and can lead to judgment, as seen in Malachi 3:5 and Exodus 22:21-22, which is why we are warned against it in Leviticus 19:33.
Reflection Questions
- How can I show love and kindness to the foreigners and strangers in my community?
- What are some ways that I might be unintentionally oppressing or taking advantage of those who are vulnerable?
- How can I balance the need to care for my own family and community with the call to love and care for the strangers in our midst?
- What does it mean to 'fear God' in the context of caring for foreigners, as mentioned in Leviticus 19:32 and 34?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 19:33
And if a stranger sojourn with you in your land,.... Ben Gersom, and others, understand this of a proselyte of righteousness, who was circumcised, and in all things conformed to the Jewish religion;
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 19:33
And if a stranger sojourn with thee in your land, ye shall not vex him. If a stranger sojourn with thee.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 19:33
Either with opprobrious expressions, or grievous exactions.
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 19:33
Leviticus 19:33 And if a stranger sojourn with thee in your land, ye shall not vex him.Ver. 33. And if a stranger.]
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 19:33
(33) And if a stranger sojourn with thee.—The stranger, for whose benefit the legislators enacted so many humane and benign laws, and with regard to whom the book of Leviticus has laid down so many precepts, is one of non-Jewish origin, but who had joined the Jewish faith. He had, therefore, to undergo the rite of circumcision; he had to fast on the great Day of Atonement (Leviticus 16:29); he had to submit to the regulations about sacrifices (Leviticus 17:8-9; Leviticus 22:18); he had to abstain from eating blood and the flesh of animals torn by wild beasts (Leviticus 22:10; Leviticus 22:15); he had to practise the laws of chastity (Leviticus 18:26); like the Israelite by birth, he had to refrain from blasphemy, and obey the moral precepts (Leviticus 24:16-22). These were some of the conditions of his sojourning in the land. Ye shall not vex him.—Having once been admitted into the community, the Israelites were forbidden to upbraid him with his nationality or throw at him the fact that he was originally an idolater. They are thus prohibited calling him foreigner or neophyte, a practice which every civilised nation and religious community are prone more or less to indulge in to this day, with regard to aliens and those who have embraced their faith.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 19:33
Verse 33. If a stranger sojourn] This law to protect and comfort the stranger was at once humane and politic. None is so desolate as the stranger, and none needs the offices of benevolence and charity more: and we may add that he who is not affected by the desolate state of the stranger has neither benevolence nor charity. It was politic to encourage strangers, as in consequence many came, not only to sojourn, but to settle among the Jews, and thus their political strength became increased; and many of these settlers became at least proselytes of the gate if not proselytes of the covenant, and thus got their souls saved. Hence humanity, sound policy, and religion said, Vex not the stranger; thou shalt love him as thyself. The apostle makes use of a strong argument to induce men to hospitality towards strangers: Be not forgetful to entertain strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares, Hebrews 13:2. Moses also uses a powerful motive: Ye were strangers in the land of Egypt. The spirit of the precept here laid down, may be well expressed in our Lord's words: Do unto all men as ye would they should do unto you.
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 19:33
33, 34. Cp. Exodus 22:21; Exodus 23:9; Deuteronomy 10:19; cp. Malachi 3:5.
Barnes' Notes on Leviticus 19:33
The stranger - The foreigner. See Leviticus 16:29 note; Exodus 23:9.
Sermons on Leviticus 19:33
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Sermon on the Mount: Love Your Enemies, Pray for Your Persecutors by J. Glyn Owen | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the important question of how to deal with our enemies as believers in Christ. He emphasizes the significance of repentance and faith in the b |
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The Cain (Canon) of Adamnan by Adamnan of Iona | Kuno Meyer's sermon focuses on the ancient Irish law treatise known as the Cain Adamnan, believed to be the first Irish law to protect women, children, and clergy from violence. Th |
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Through the Bible - Exodus - Part 1 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being detached from worldly attractions and desires in order to serve God effectively. He uses the example of Moses, who h |
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God Changeth Not by Joshua Daniel | In this sermon, Joshua Daniel discusses the need for a revival of faith and a return to God's unchanging truth. He emphasizes that while God and the gospel remain constant, it is o |
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I Am the God That Changeth Not by Joshua Daniel | In this sermon, Joshua Daniel emphasizes the importance of recognizing our accountability to God. He warns that without the blessing of God and the guidance of His Word, we are los |
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A Cry Against Wicked Youth! by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson delivers a powerful sermon titled 'A Cry Against Wicked Youth!' where he draws parallels between the wickedness of Nineveh and the moral decline of modern youth. He |
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Ill-Gotten Gain - Part 2 by Alistair Begg | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the theme of injustice and greed in society. He uses vivid imagery to describe the consequences of employers withholding wages from their wor |