King James Version

What Does Leviticus 27:7 Mean?

Leviticus 27:7 in the King James Version says “And if it be from sixty years old and above; if it be a male, then thy estimation shall be fifteen shekels, and for the ...” — study this verse from Leviticus chapter 27 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

“And if it be from sixty years old and above; if it be a male, then thy estimation shall be fifteen shekels, and for the female ten shekels.”

Leviticus 27:7 · KJV

Context

5

And if it be from five years old even unto twenty years old, then thy estimation shall be of the male twenty shekels, and for the female ten shekels.

6

And if it be from a month old even unto five years old, then thy estimation shall be of the male five shekels of silver, and for the female thy estimation shall be three shekels of silver.

7

And if it be from sixty years old and above; if it be a male, then thy estimation shall be fifteen shekels, and for the female ten shekels.

8

But if he be poorer than thy estimation, then he shall present himself before the priest, and the priest shall value him; according to his ability that vowed shall the priest value him.

9

And if it be a beast, whereof men bring an offering unto the LORD, all that any man giveth of such unto the LORD shall be holy.

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Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
And if it be from sixty years old and above; if it be a male, then thy estimation shall be fifteen shekels, and for the female ten shekels.

This verse falls within the section on Vows and Dedications. Regulations for voluntary vows and dedicating persons or property to God, teaching careful commitment.


Every sacrifice and ritual in Leviticus points forward to Jesus Christ, who fulfills the entire sacrificial system as both perfect sacrifice and eternal high priest.

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Historical & Cultural Context

Regulations for voluntary vows and dedicating persons or property to God, teaching careful commitment. 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 texts like the Code of Hammurabi show that law codes were common in the ancient Near East, but biblical law uniquely grounded ethics in God's character rather than merely social convention.

Reflection Questions

  1. What practical steps can you take this week to apply the principles taught in this verse?
  2. In what practical ways should this verse influence your church life, family relationships, or personal integrity?
  3. How can you use this verse to worship God more fully, obey Him more faithfully, or love others more sacrificially?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 15 words
וְ֠אִם1 of 15
H518

used very widely as demonstrative, lo!; interrogative, whether?; or conditional, if, although; also oh that!, when; hence, as a negative, not

מִבֶּן2 of 15

“old”

H1121

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

שִׁשִּׁ֨ים3 of 15

“And if it be from sixty”

H8346

sixty

שָׁנָ֤ה4 of 15

“years”

H8141

a year (as a revolution of time)

וָמַ֙עְלָה֙5 of 15

“and above”

H4605

properly,the upper part, used only adverbially with prefix upward, above, overhead, from the top, etc

אִם6 of 15
H518

used very widely as demonstrative, lo!; interrogative, whether?; or conditional, if, although; also oh that!, when; hence, as a negative, not

זָכָ֔ר7 of 15

“if it be a male”

H2145

properly, remembered, i.e., a male (of man or animals, as being the most noteworthy sex)

וְהָיָ֣ה8 of 15
H1961

to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)

עֶרְכְּךָ֔9 of 15

“then thy estimation”

H6187

a pile, equipment, estimate

חֲמִשָּׁ֥ה10 of 15

“shall be fifteen”

H2568

five

עָשָׂ֖ר11 of 15
H6240

ten (only in combination), i.e., -teen; also (ordinal) -teenth

שְׁקָלִֽים׃12 of 15

“shekels”

H8255

probably a weight; used as a commercial standard

וְלַנְּקֵבָ֖ה13 of 15

“and for the female”

H5347

female (from the sexual form)

עֲשָׂרָ֥ה14 of 15

“ten”

H6235

ten (as an accumulation to the extent of the digits)

שְׁקָלִֽים׃15 of 15

“shekels”

H8255

probably a weight; used as a commercial standard

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 27:7 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

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