Leviticus 19:10

Translations

Modern

You must not strip your vineyard bare or gather its fallen grapes. Leave them for the poor and the foreigner. I am the LORD your God.

Traditional

And thou shalt not glean thy vineyard, neither shalt thou gather every grape of thy vineyard; thou shalt leave them for the poor and stranger: I am the Lord your God.

Literal

And your vineyard—you shall not glean, and the fallen grapes of your vineyard you shall not gather. You shall leave them for the poor and for the sojourner. I am YHWH your God.

Latin

…neque in vinea tua racemos et grana decidentia congregabis: sed pauperibus et peregrinis carpenda dimittes. Ego Dominus Deus vester.

Original

Hebrew

English

You must not strip your vineyard bare or gather its fallen grapes. Leave them for the poor and the foreigner. I am the LORD your God.

Notes

Leviticus 19:9–10

you are not to reap ... Leave them for the poor and the foreigner: Israel's covenant with God included a social structure that promoted equality and resisted social divisions. Families had to support relatives facing difficulties. Widows and orphans, the poor, and foreigners were part of Israel's extended family (Exodus 22:22; Leviticus 19:10). The poor received special consideration in the offering system and measures ensured they had food to eat (5:7–13).

Theme notes and profiles

Ancient Law Codes Concern for the Poor Social Justice

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