Leviticus 25:20
Leviticus 25:20 in Multiple Translations
Now you may wonder, ‘What will we eat in the seventh year if we do not sow or gather our produce?’
And if ye shall say, What shall we eat the seventh year? behold, we shall not sow, nor gather in our increase:
And if ye shall say, What shall we eat the seventh year? behold, we shall not sow, nor gather in our increase;
And if you say, Where will our food come from in the seventh year, when we may not put in seed, or get in the increase
But if you ask, ‘What are we going to do in the seventh year if we do not sow or harvest our crops?’
And if ye shall say, What shall we eate the seuenth yeere, for we shall not sowe, nor gather in our increase?
'And when ye say, What do we eat in the seventh year, lo, we do not sow, nor gather our increase?
If you said, “What shall we eat the seventh year? Behold, we shall not sow, nor gather in our increase;”
And if ye shall say, What shall we eat the seventh year? behold, we shall not sow nor gather in our increase:
But if you say: What shall we eat the seventh year, if we sow not, nor gather our fruits?
But you may ask, “If we do not plant or harvest our crops during the seventh year, what will we have to eat?”
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Study Notes — Leviticus 25:20
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- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 25:20
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 25:20
- Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 25:20
- Sermons on Leviticus 25:20
Context — The Blessing of Obedience
20Now you may wonder, ‘What will we eat in the seventh year if we do not sow or gather our produce?’
21But I will send My blessing upon you in the sixth year, so that the land will yield a crop sufficient for three years. 22While you are sowing in the eighth year, you will be eating from the previous harvest, until the ninth year’s harvest comes in.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Leviticus 25:4 | But in the seventh year there shall be a Sabbath of complete rest for the land—a Sabbath to the LORD. You are not to sow your field or prune your vineyard. |
| 2 | Luke 12:29 | And do not be concerned about what you will eat or drink. Do not worry about it. |
| 3 | Numbers 11:4 | Meanwhile, the rabble among them had a strong craving for other food, and again the Israelites wept and said, “Who will feed us meat? |
| 4 | Philippians 4:6 | Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. |
| 5 | Psalms 78:19–20 | They spoke against God, saying, “Can God really prepare a table in the wilderness? When He struck the rock, water gushed out and torrents raged. But can He also give bread or supply His people with meat?” |
| 6 | Numbers 11:13 | Where can I get meat for all these people? For they keep crying out to me, ‘Give us meat to eat!’ |
| 7 | Isaiah 1:2 | Listen, O heavens, and give ear, O earth, for the LORD has spoken: “I have raised children and brought them up, but they have rebelled against Me. |
| 8 | Matthew 6:25–34 | Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? Look at the birds of the air: They do not sow or reap or gather into barns—and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life? And why do you worry about clothes? Consider how the lilies of the field grow: They do not labor or spin. Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his glory was adorned like one of these. If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today and tomorrow is thrown into the furnace, will He not much more clothe you, O you of little faith? Therefore do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the Gentiles strive after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Today has enough trouble of its own. |
| 9 | Matthew 8:26 | “You of little faith,” Jesus replied, “why are you so afraid?” Then He got up and rebuked the winds and the sea, and it was perfectly calm. |
| 10 | 2 Chronicles 25:9 | Amaziah asked the man of God, “What should I do about the hundred talents I have given to the army of Israel?” And the man of God replied, “The LORD is able to give you much more than this.” |
Leviticus 25:20 Summary
This verse shows that the Israelites were worried about how they would eat if they didn't plant or harvest food in the seventh year. They were used to working hard to grow their own food, and the idea of not doing so was unsettling. However, as seen in Leviticus 25:21, God promised to provide for them in the sixth year, so they would have enough food for the seventh year. This teaches us to trust in God's provision, even when things seem uncertain, and to remember that He is always working for our good, as stated in Romans 8:28 and Jeremiah 29:11.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why were the Israelites concerned about not sowing or gathering produce in the seventh year?
The Israelites were concerned because they relied heavily on their agricultural produce for food, as seen in Leviticus 25:20, and the command to not sow or gather in the seventh year seemed to threaten their food supply, but as promised in Leviticus 25:21, God would provide for them.
How does this verse relate to trusting in God's provision?
This verse shows that the Israelites were to trust in God's provision, even when it seemed uncertain, as stated in Leviticus 25:20, and God's promise to provide for them in the sixth year, as seen in Leviticus 25:21, demonstrates His faithfulness and care for His people, much like His promise to provide for the Israelites in the wilderness, as seen in Exodus 16:4.
What can we learn from the Israelites' question about what they will eat in the seventh year?
We can learn that it is natural to have questions and concerns when faced with uncertainty, but as seen in Psalm 37:3-7, we are to trust in God and His provision, and not rely solely on our own understanding or abilities, and instead, seek to follow His commands and trust in His goodness, as stated in Leviticus 25:18-19.
How does God's command to not sow or gather in the seventh year demonstrate His care for the land?
God's command to not sow or gather in the seventh year, as seen in Leviticus 25:20, demonstrates His care for the land, as it allows the land to rest and replenish itself, much like the Sabbath rest for the Israelites, as commanded in Exodus 20:8-11, showing that God values the well-being of creation and desires for it to be treated with respect and care.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am struggling to trust in God's provision, and how can I apply the principles of Leviticus 25:20-22 to those situations?
- How can I balance my own efforts and responsibilities with trusting in God's sovereignty and provision, as seen in this verse and in Proverbs 3:5-6?
- What are some ways that I can demonstrate my trust in God's provision, even when faced with uncertainty or difficult circumstances, like the Israelites in Leviticus 25:20?
- How can I prioritize trusting in God's goodness and care for me, even when I do not fully understand His plan or timing, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11?
- What are some practical ways that I can apply the principle of resting and trusting in God's provision, as seen in this verse, to my own life and circumstances?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 25:20
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 25:20
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Leviticus 25:20
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 25:20
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 25:20
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 25:20
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 25:20
Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 25:20
Sermons on Leviticus 25:20
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The Word Brought Nigh to the Sorrowful by Andrew Bonar | Andrew Bonar emphasizes God's compassionate presence in times of sorrow, illustrating how He cares for even the most distressed individuals, like Hagar, and reassures them through |
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The Cause of Spiritual Stupidity by George MacDonald | George MacDonald preaches on the disciples' lack of understanding when Jesus warned them about the leaven of the Pharisees, focusing on their preoccupation with material concerns l |
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Bitter Fruit of Disobedience by Chuck Smith | This sermon focuses on the story from Jeremiah 42, where a small remnant of people, despite promising to obey God's word, choose to go against His warning and head to Egypt for saf |
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Grumbling and Complaining - Part 2 by Keith Green | Keith Green addresses the dangers of grumbling and complaining among Christians, emphasizing that such attitudes reflect a lack of faith and trust in God. He draws parallels betwee |
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(Exodus) Exodus 16:25-31 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the significance of manna in the Bible. He starts by explaining that the Sabbath was given to the Israelites before it became a law, and mann |
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Weeping Over the Provision of God by Carter Conlon | This sermon focuses on the importance of recognizing and cherishing the divine provision of God, as seen in Numbers chapter 11, emphasizing the need to not handle the word of God c |
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Remember Lot's Wife by Anton Bosch | Anton Bosch preaches about the cautionary tale of Lot's wife, emphasizing the danger of looking back to our past lives and desires after being saved by the Lord. He explores the si |







