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What Does Leviticus 26:4 Mean?

Leviticus 26:4 in the King James Version says “Then I will give you rain in due season, and the land shall yield her increase, and the trees of the field shall yield t...” — study this verse from Leviticus chapter 26 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

“Then I will give you rain in due season, and the land shall yield her increase, and the trees of the field shall yield their fruit.”

Leviticus 26:4 · King James Version

Context

2

Ye shall keep my sabbaths, and reverence my sanctuary: I am the LORD.

3

If ye walk in my statutes, and keep my commandments, and do them;

4

Then I will give you rain in due season, and the land shall yield her increase, and the trees of the field shall yield their fruit.

5

And your threshing shall reach unto the vintage, and the vintage shall reach unto the sowing time: and ye shall eat your bread to the full, and dwell in your land safely.

6

And I will give peace in the land, and ye shall lie down, and none shall make you afraid: and I will rid evil beasts out of the land, neither shall the sword go through your land. rid: Heb. cause to cease

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Commentaries2 scholars

KJV Study CommentaryPublic Domain
Then I will give you rain in due season, and the land shall yield her increase, and the trees of the field shall yield their fruit.

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.


The access to God's presence that Leviticus carefully regulated is now freely available through Christ's blood, tearing the veil and opening the way to God.

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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. The Israelite dietary laws in Leviticus 11 have no exact parallel in surrounding cultures, though some ancient cultures had food taboos, suggesting unique revelation rather than borrowed customs.

Reflection Questions

  1. In what ways does this verse challenge contemporary cultural values or your personal attitudes?
  2. In what practical ways should this verse influence your church life, family relationships, or personal integrity?
  3. What practical steps can you take this week to apply the principles taught in this verse?

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Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 10 words
יִתֵּ֥ן1 of 10

“Then I will give”

H5414

to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)

גִשְׁמֵיכֶ֖ם2 of 10

“you rain”

H1653

a shower

בְּעִתָּ֑ם3 of 10

“in due season”

H6256

time, especially (adverb with preposition) now, when, etc

יִתֵּ֥ן4 of 10

“Then I will give”

H5414

to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)

הָאָ֙רֶץ֙5 of 10

“and the land”

H776

the earth (at large, or partitively a land)

יְבוּלָ֔הּ6 of 10

“her increase”

H2981

produce, i.e., a crop or (figuratively) wealth

וְעֵ֥ץ7 of 10

“and the trees”

H6086

a tree (from its firmness); hence, wood (plural sticks)

הַשָּׂדֶ֖ה8 of 10

“of the field”

H7704

a field (as flat)

יִתֵּ֥ן9 of 10

“Then I will give”

H5414

to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)

פִּרְיֽוֹ׃10 of 10

“their fruit”

H6529

fruit (literally or figuratively)

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 26:4 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

Cross-References

Verses related to Leviticus 26:4 from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Zechariah 8:12Psalms 67:6Leviticus 25:21Isaiah 30:23Ezekiel 34:26-27Joel 2:23-24

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