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One of their relatives may redeem them:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/leviticus/25.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />they still retain the right to be bought back, even after they have been purchased. They may be bought back by a brother,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/leviticus/25.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />then after he is sold he may be redeemed. One of his brothers may redeem him,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/leviticus/25.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />he retains the right of redemption after he has sold himself. One of his brothers may redeem him:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/leviticus/25.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />After that he is sold he may be redeemed again; one of his brethren may redeem him:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/leviticus/25.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />after he is sold he may be redeemed again. One of his brothers may redeem him;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/leviticus/25.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />then he shall have redemption right after he has been sold. One of his brothers may redeem him,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/leviticus/25.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />then he shall have redemption right after he has been sold. One of his brothers may redeem him,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/leviticus/25.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />then he shall have redemption right after he has been sold. One of his brothers may redeem him,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/leviticus/25.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />then he shall have redemption right after he has been sold. One of his brothers may redeem him,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/leviticus/25.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />then after he is sold he shall have the right of redemption. One of his relatives may redeem him:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/leviticus/25.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />he has the right of redemption after he has been sold. One of his brothers may redeem him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/leviticus/25.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />he has the right of redemption after he has been sold. One of his brothers may redeem him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/leviticus/25.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />after that he is sold he may be redeemed: one of his brethren may redeem him;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/leviticus/25.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />you still have the right to be set free by a relative, such as a brother <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/leviticus/25.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />after that he is sold he may be redeemed; one of his brethren may redeem him:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/leviticus/25.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />After he has sold himself, he has the right to be bought back. One of his brothers may buy him back.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/leviticus/25.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />After they are sold, they still have the right to be bought back. A brother <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/leviticus/25.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />he has the right to be redeemed after he sells himself. One of his brothers may redeem him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/leviticus/25.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />he retains the right of redemption after he has sold himself. One of his brothers may redeem him:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/leviticus/25.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />after he has sold himself he retains a right of redemption. One of his brothers may redeem him,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/leviticus/25.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />after he is sold he may be redeemed. One of his brothers may redeem him;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/leviticus/25.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />After that he is sold he may be redeemed again; one of his brethren may redeem him:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/leviticus/25.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />after he is sold he may be redeemed. One of his brothers may redeem him; <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/leviticus/25.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />after he has been sold, there is a right of redemption for him; one of his brothers redeems him,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/leviticus/25.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> after he hath been sold, there is a right of redemption to him; one of his brethren doth redeem him,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/leviticus/25.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />After the selling, redemption shall be to him; one from his brethren shall redeem him:<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/leviticus/25.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />After the sale he may be redeemed. He that will of his brethren shall redeem him: <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/leviticus/25.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />after the sale, he is able to be redeemed. Whoever is willing among his brothers shall redeem him:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/leviticus/25.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />even after having sold themselves, they still may be redeemed by one of their kindred,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/leviticus/25.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />after they have sold themselves they shall have the right of redemption; one of their brothers may redeem them,<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/leviticus/25.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />After that he is sold he may be redeemed again; one of his brethren may redeem him;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/leviticus/25.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />After he will be sold, he shall have redemption; one of his brothers may buy him:<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/leviticus/25.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />after that he is sold he may be redeemed; one of his brethren may redeem him;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/leviticus/25.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />after he is sold to him there shall be redemption for him, one of his brethren shall redeem him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/leviticus/25-48.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/NWs_V1RyMFo?start=7031" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/leviticus/25.htm">Redemption of Servants</a></span><br><span class="reftext">47</span>If a foreigner residing among you prospers, but your countryman dwelling near him becomes destitute and sells himself to the foreigner or to a member of his clan, <span class="reftext">48</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1961.htm" title="1961: tih·yeh- (V-Qal-Imperf-3fs) -- To fall out, come to pass, become, be. A primitive root; to exist, i.e. Be or become, come to pass.">he retains</a> <a href="/hebrew/lōw (Prep:: 3ms) -- "></a> <a href="/hebrew/1353.htm" title="1353: gə·’ul·lāh (N-fs) -- Redemption, perhaps kin. Feminine passive participle of ga'al; redemption; by implication, relationship.">the right of redemption</a> <a href="/hebrew/310.htm" title="310: ’a·ḥă·rê (Prep) -- The hind or following part. From 'achar; properly, the hind part; generally used as an adverb or conjunction, after.">after</a> <a href="/hebrew/4376.htm" title="4376: nim·kar (V-Nifal-Perf-3ms) -- To sell. A primitive root; to sell, literally, or figuratively.">he has sold himself.</a> <a href="/hebrew/259.htm" title="259: ’e·ḥāḏ (Number-ms) -- One. A numeral from 'achad; properly, united, i.e. One; or first.">One</a> <a href="/hebrew/251.htm" title="251: mê·’e·ḥāw (Prep-m:: N-mpc:: 3ms) -- A brother. A primitive word; a brother (like 'ab).">of his brothers</a> <a href="/hebrew/1350.htm" title="1350: yiḡ·’ā·len·nū (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms:: 3mse) -- To redeem, act as kinsman. A primitive root, to redeem, i.e. To be the next of kin.">may redeem him:</a> </span><span class="reftext">49</span>either his uncle or cousin or any close relative from his clan may redeem him. Or if he prospers, he may redeem himself.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/21-2.htm">Exodus 21:2</a></span><br />If you buy a Hebrew servant, he is to serve you for six years. But in the seventh year, he shall go free without paying anything.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/15-12.htm">Deuteronomy 15:12</a></span><br />If a fellow Hebrew, a man or a woman, is sold to you and serves you six years, then in the seventh year you must set him free.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/5-8.htm">Nehemiah 5:8</a></span><br />and said, “We have done our best to buy back our Jewish brothers who were sold to foreigners, but now you are selling your own brothers, that they may be sold back to us!” But they remained silent, for they could find nothing to say.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/34-14.htm">Jeremiah 34:14</a></span><br />Every seventh year, each of you must free his Hebrew brother who has sold himself to you. He may serve you six years, but then you must let him go free. But your fathers did not listen or incline their ear.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/4-4.htm">Galatians 4:4-5</a></span><br />But when the time had fully come, God sent His Son, born of a woman, born under the law, / to redeem those under the law, that we might receive our adoption as sons.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/7-23.htm">1 Corinthians 7:23</a></span><br />You were bought at a price; do not become slaves of men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/52-3.htm">Isaiah 52:3</a></span><br />For this is what the LORD says: “You were sold for nothing, and without money you will be redeemed.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/6-18.htm">Romans 6:18</a></span><br />You have been set free from sin and have become slaves to righteousness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/1-7.htm">Ephesians 1:7</a></span><br />In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/1-14.htm">Colossians 1:14</a></span><br />in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/1-18.htm">1 Peter 1:18-19</a></span><br />For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life you inherited from your forefathers, / but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or spot.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/20-28.htm">Matthew 20:28</a></span><br />just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/10-45.htm">Mark 10:45</a></span><br />For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/4-18.htm">Luke 4:18</a></span><br />“The Spirit of the Lord is on Me, because He has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to release the oppressed,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/8-36.htm">John 8:36</a></span><br />So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">After that he is sold he may be redeemed again; one of his brothers may redeem him:</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/leviticus/25-25.htm">Leviticus 25:25,35</a></b></br> If thy brother be waxen poor, and hath sold away <i>some</i> of his possession, and if any of his kin come to redeem it, then shall he redeem that which his brother sold… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/nehemiah/5-5.htm">Nehemiah 5:5,8</a></b></br> Yet now our flesh <i>is</i> as the flesh of our brethren, our children as their children: and, lo, we bring into bondage our sons and our daughters to be servants, and <i>some</i> of our daughters are brought unto bondage <i>already</i>: neither <i>is it</i> in our power <i>to redeem them</i>; for other men have our lands and vineyards… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/galatians/4-4.htm">Galatians 4:4,5</a></b></br> But when the fulness of the time was come, God sent forth his Son, made of a woman, made under the law, … </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/leviticus/22-23.htm">Free</a> <a href="/leviticus/25-28.htm">Price</a> <a href="/leviticus/25-33.htm">Redeem</a> <a href="/leviticus/25-33.htm">Redeemed</a> <a href="/leviticus/25-33.htm">Redemption</a> <a href="/leviticus/21-2.htm">Relatives</a> <a href="/leviticus/25-29.htm">Retains</a> <a href="/leviticus/25-33.htm">Right</a> <a href="/leviticus/25-42.htm">Sold</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/leviticus/25-52.htm">Free</a> <a href="/leviticus/25-50.htm">Price</a> <a href="/leviticus/25-49.htm">Redeem</a> <a href="/leviticus/25-54.htm">Redeemed</a> <a href="/leviticus/25-51.htm">Redemption</a> <a href="/leviticus/25-49.htm">Relatives</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-18.htm">Retains</a> <a href="/leviticus/26-4.htm">Right</a> <a href="/leviticus/25-50.htm">Sold</a><div class="vheading2">Leviticus 25</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/leviticus/25-1.htm">the Sabbath of the seventh year</a></span><br><span class="reftext">8. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/leviticus/25-8.htm">The jubilee in the fiftieth year</a></span><br><span class="reftext">14. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/leviticus/25-14.htm">Of oppression</a></span><br><span class="reftext">18. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/leviticus/25-18.htm">A blessing of obedience</a></span><br><span class="reftext">23. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/leviticus/25-23.htm">The redemption of land</a></span><br><span class="reftext">29. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/leviticus/25-29.htm">Of houses</a></span><br><span class="reftext">35. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/leviticus/25-35.htm">Compassion to the poor</a></span><br><span class="reftext">39. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/leviticus/25-39.htm">The usage of bondmen</a></span><br><span class="reftext">47. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/leviticus/25-47.htm">The redemption of servants</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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The right of redemption refers to the ability of an individual to regain freedom or property that had been sold due to economic hardship. This principle is grounded in the belief that the land and people ultimately belong to God (<a href="/leviticus/25-23.htm">Leviticus 25:23</a>). The Jubilee laws, which are detailed in <a href="/leviticus/25.htm">Leviticus 25</a>, were designed to prevent the permanent loss of family land and to ensure that individuals who had fallen into servitude could be restored to their original status. This reflects God's desire for justice and mercy within the community. Theologically, this right of redemption can be seen as a foreshadowing of the ultimate redemption offered through Jesus Christ, who redeems humanity from the bondage of sin (<a href="/galatians/3-13.htm">Galatians 3:13</a>).<p><b>One of his brothers may redeem him:</b><br>The provision for a family member, specifically a brother, to redeem an individual highlights the importance of family solidarity and responsibility in ancient Israelite society. This practice ensured that the family unit remained intact and that individuals were not left in perpetual servitude. The role of the kinsman-redeemer, or "goel," is a recurring theme in the Old Testament, most notably illustrated in the Book of Ruth, where Boaz acts as a redeemer for Ruth and Naomi (<a href="/ruth/4.htm">Ruth 4:1-10</a>). This concept of a kinsman-redeemer is a type of Christ, who is our ultimate Redeemer. Just as a brother could redeem a family member, Christ, as our spiritual brother, redeems us, restoring us to our rightful place as children of God (<a href="/hebrews/2-11.htm">Hebrews 2:11-12</a>). This provision underscores the communal and familial nature of God's covenant with His people, emphasizing that redemption is not just an individual act but a communal responsibility.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/i/israelites.htm">Israelites</a></b><br>The original audience of Leviticus, God's chosen people, who were given laws to live by in the Promised Land.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/j/jubilee_year.htm">Jubilee Year</a></b><br>A significant event in Israelite society occurring every 50 years, where liberty was proclaimed, and property was restored.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/r/redeemer.htm">Redeemer</a></b><br>A close relative who has the responsibility or opportunity to buy back a family member sold into servitude.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/m/moses.htm">Moses</a></b><br>The prophet through whom God delivered the laws, including those in Leviticus, to the Israelites.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/p/promised_land.htm">Promised Land</a></b><br>The land of Canaan, which God promised to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_redemption.htm">Understanding Redemption</a></b><br>The concept of redemption in <a href="/leviticus/25-48.htm">Leviticus 25:48</a> highlights God's provision for restoration and freedom. It reflects His desire for His people to live in liberty and community.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/role_of_the_redeemer.htm">Role of the Redeemer</a></b><br>The role of a kinsman-redeemer is a precursor to Christ's redemptive work. Just as a family member could redeem a relative, Christ redeems us from sin and bondage.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_responsibility.htm">Community Responsibility</a></b><br>The law emphasizes the importance of family and community support. It encourages believers to care for one another, reflecting God's love and provision.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/spiritual_freedom.htm">Spiritual Freedom</a></b><br>The physical redemption in Leviticus points to the spiritual freedom we have in Christ. Believers are called to live in the freedom Christ provides, free from the bondage of sin.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/hope_and_restoration.htm">Hope and Restoration</a></b><br>The provision for redemption offers hope and a future. It reminds us that no situation is beyond God's ability to restore and redeem.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_leviticus_25.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Leviticus 25</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/could_a_prophet_redeem_an_adulterous_wife.htm">Given the cultural norms of Hosea's time, is it plausible that a prophet would buy back and restore an adulterous wife as portrayed in Hosea 3?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what's_a_kinsman_redeemer's_role.htm">What is the role of a kinsman redeemer?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_ruth_4_3-6_conflict_with_ot_laws.htm">In Ruth 4:3-6, does the land redemption process conflict with other Old Testament inheritance laws or reflect an anachronistic practice?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/meaning_of_'two_are_better_than_one'.htm">How does Boaz's marriage to Ruth fulfill the law?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/leviticus/25.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(48) <span class= "bld">He may be redeemed again.</span>--The law which applies to a heathen who sold himself to a Hebrew is reversed in this case. Whilst the heathen cannot be redeemed, and is to remain a bondman for ever, the Israelite who sells himself to a heathen may be redeemed. Indeed, according to the interpretation which obtained during the second Temple, this passage enjoins it upon his relations and the congregation to redeem him as soon as possible. Hence the ancient Chaldee Version translates it, "his redemption must be effected forthwith."<p><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/leviticus/25-48.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">he retains</span><br /><span class="heb">תִּהְיֶה־</span> <span class="translit">(tih·yeh-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1961.htm">Strong's 1961: </a> </span><span class="str2">To fall out, come to pass, become, be</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the right of redemption</span><br /><span class="heb">גְּאֻלָּ֖ה</span> <span class="translit">(gə·’ul·lāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1353.htm">Strong's 1353: </a> </span><span class="str2">Redemption, relationship</span><br /><br /><span class="word">after</span><br /><span class="heb">אַחֲרֵ֣י</span> <span class="translit">(’a·ḥă·rê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_310.htm">Strong's 310: </a> </span><span class="str2">The hind or following part</span><br /><br /><span class="word">he has sold himself.</span><br /><span class="heb">נִמְכַּ֔ר</span> <span class="translit">(nim·kar)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Nifal - Perfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4376.htm">Strong's 4376: </a> </span><span class="str2">To sell</span><br /><br /><span class="word">One</span><br /><span class="heb">אֶחָ֥ד</span> <span class="translit">(’e·ḥāḏ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Number - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_259.htm">Strong's 259: </a> </span><span class="str2">United, one, first</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of his brothers</span><br /><span class="heb">מֵאֶחָ֖יו</span> <span class="translit">(mê·’e·ḥāw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-m | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_251.htm">Strong's 251: </a> </span><span class="str2">A brother, )</span><br /><br /><span class="word">may redeem him:</span><br /><span class="heb">יִגְאָלֶֽנּוּ׃</span> <span class="translit">(yiḡ·’ā·len·nū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1350.htm">Strong's 1350: </a> </span><span class="str2">To redeem, act as kinsman</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/leviticus/25-48.htm">Leviticus 25:48 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/leviticus/25-48.htm">Leviticus 25:48 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/leviticus/25-48.htm">Leviticus 25:48 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/leviticus/25-48.htm">Leviticus 25:48 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/leviticus/25-48.htm">Leviticus 25:48 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/leviticus/25-48.htm">Leviticus 25:48 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/leviticus/25-48.htm">Leviticus 25:48 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/leviticus/25-48.htm">Leviticus 25:48 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/leviticus/25-48.htm">Leviticus 25:48 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/leviticus/25-48.htm">Leviticus 25:48 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/leviticus/25-48.htm">OT Law: Leviticus 25:48 After he is sold he may be (Le Lv Lev.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/leviticus/25-47.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Leviticus 25:47"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Leviticus 25:47" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/leviticus/25-49.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Leviticus 25:49"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Leviticus 25:49" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>