King James Version

What Does Leviticus 26:10 Mean?

Leviticus 26:10 in the King James Version says “And ye shall eat old store, and bring forth the old because of the new. — study this verse from Leviticus chapter 26 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

And ye shall eat old store, and bring forth the old because of the new.

Leviticus 26:10 · KJV


Context

8

And five of you shall chase an hundred, and an hundred of you shall put ten thousand to flight: and your enemies shall fall before you by the sword.

9

For I will have respect unto you, and make you fruitful, and multiply you, and establish my covenant with you.

10

And ye shall eat old store, and bring forth the old because of the new.

11

And I will set my tabernacle among you: and my soul shall not abhor you.

12

And I will walk among you, and will be your God, and ye shall be my people.


Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
And ye shall eat old store, and bring forth the old because of the new.

This verse falls within the section on Blessings and Curses. Covenant blessings for obedience and curses for disobedience, establishing consequences of Israel's covenant relationship.


Hebrews 9-10 explains how Christ's once-for-all sacrifice supersedes the repeated Levitical offerings, providing permanent cleansing from sin.

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Historical & Cultural Context

Covenant blessings for obedience and curses for disobedience, establishing consequences of Israel's covenant relationship. Chapters 17-27, often called the 'Holiness Code,' expand covenant obligations beyond ritual to encompass all of life—sexuality, economics, justice, and relationships. The repeated refrain 'I am the LORD' grounds these laws in God's character and covenant relationship with Israel. Israel received these laws while encamped at Sinai, before entering Canaan. The laws prepared them for life in the promised land, distinguishing them from Canaanite practices and establishing their identity as God's holy nation. The portable tabernacle, central to Levitical worship, accompanied them through wilderness wanderings and eventually found permanent form in Solomon's temple. Ancient sacrificial texts from cultures surrounding Israel demonstrate the widespread practice of animal sacrifice, but Israel's system uniquely emphasized moral atonement over magical efficacy.

Reflection Questions

  1. What does this verse teach about the seriousness of sin, the cost of redemption, or the beauty of holiness?
  2. What practical steps can you take this week to apply the principles taught in this verse?
  3. In what ways does this verse challenge contemporary cultural values or your personal attitudes?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 7 words
וַֽאֲכַלְתֶּ֥ם1 of 7

And ye shall eat

H398

to eat (literally or figuratively)

יָשָׁ֖ן2 of 7

the old

H3465

old

וְיָשָׁ֕ן3 of 7

old store

H3462

properly, to be slack or languid, i.e., (by implication) sleep (figuratively, to die); also to grow old, stale or inveterate

וְיָשָׁ֕ן4 of 7

old store

H3462

properly, to be slack or languid, i.e., (by implication) sleep (figuratively, to die); also to grow old, stale or inveterate

מִפְּנֵ֥י5 of 7

because

H6440

the face (as the part that turns); used in a great variety of applications (literally and figuratively); also (with prepositional prefix) as a preposi

חָדָ֖שׁ6 of 7

of the new

H2319

new

תּוֹצִֽיאוּ׃7 of 7

and bring forth

H3318

to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim


Study Guide

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of Leviticus. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

Leviticus 26:10 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

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