Leviticus 25:3 Meaning and Explanation
“Six years thou shalt sow thy field, and six years thou shalt prune thy vineyard, and gather in the fruit thereof;”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →For six consecutive years, farmers work their fields and vineyards normally.
The Context of Leviticus 25:3
Normal agricultural labor occurs for six years before the mandatory rest year.
What Does Leviticus 25:3 Mean?
This verse establishes the labor cycle: six years of active cultivation. Sowing and pruning represent the full range of agricultural work—grain crops and fruit production. These six years are under human control and normal effort.
The specific mention of both field and vineyard indicates comprehensive land use. Farmers are expected to invest skill and labor during this period, building the stores and livelihood that will sustain them through the seventh year of rest.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 25:3
What does Leviticus 25:3 mean?
For six consecutive years, farmers work their fields and vineyards normally.
What is the context of Leviticus 25:3?
Normal agricultural labor occurs for six years before the mandatory rest year.