Leviticus 26:27 Meaning and Explanation
“And if ye will not for all this hearken unto me, but walk contrary unto me;”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Despite catastrophic famine and loss, Israel still refuses to repent.
The Context of Leviticus 26:27
The final moment before Israel exhausts the covenant's patience—the last chance to turn is rejected.
What Does Leviticus 26:27 Mean?
All this—sword, pestilence, captivity, famine—has failed to turn Israel back to God. The stubbornness is now monumental: Israel walks contrary despite witnessing their own near-total destruction. The opportunities to repent have been exhausted by this point.
This verse is a threshold: what follows (verse 28 onward) is judgment so severe that repentance becomes nearly impossible without direct divine intervention. It is the hardness of a people who will not hear.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 26:27
What does Leviticus 26:27 mean?
Despite catastrophic famine and loss, Israel still refuses to repent.
What is the context of Leviticus 26:27?
The final moment before Israel exhausts the covenant's patience—the last chance to turn is rejected.