Bible Strands
Numbers 18:14
Every devoted thing in Israel belongs to you.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — God addresses Moses and Aaron regarding the priestly portion of Israel's offerings. The text declares that every devoted thing in Israel belongs to the priestly line.
The words — The Hebrew ḥērem (devoted thing) and yihyeh (it will belong) frame the transfer as permanent and irrevocable. These terms distinguish consecrated property from other tithes.
The thread — The same principle appears in Leviticus 27:28, which states nothing devoted can be sold, and Ezekiel 44:29, which directs these items to the priests for food.
Why it lands — The passage establishes a fixed boundary between sacred dedication and personal ownership. Readers must apply this distinction when handling consecrated property.
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The Hebrew words
King James Version
Every thing devoted in Israel shall be thine.
Cross-references
- Leviticus 27:28 Nothing that a man sets apart to the LORD from all he owns—whether a man, an animal, or his inherited land—can be sold or redeemed; everything so devoted is most holy to the LORD.
- Ezekiel 44:29 They shall eat the grain offerings, the sin offerings, and the guilt offerings. Everything in Israel devoted to the LORD will belong to them.