Leviticus 26:4 Meaning and Explanation
“Then I will give you rain in due season, and the land shall yield her increase, and the trees of the field shall yield their fruit.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Leviticus 26:4
The blessing section begins with agricultural prosperity, the foundation of Israel's economic life.
What Does Leviticus 26:4 Mean?
Rain in due season—timely and adequate—is the sign of divine favor in an arid climate. When rain comes properly, harvests flourish: grain ripens, fruit trees bear, and the land's increase is guaranteed. This is not magic but God's natural blessing on human effort.
In ancient Near Eastern thought, rain and fertility were tied to relationship with deity. Israel's Mosaic covenant promises these tangible blessings as evidence of God's care and endorsement of their obedience.
Leviticus 26:4 in the Original Language
b'itah (בְעִתָּהּ), 'in due season'—the right time, promised blessing precisely when needed.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 26:4
What does Leviticus 26:4 mean?
Obedience brings rain and agricultural abundance.
What is the context of Leviticus 26:4?
The blessing section begins with agricultural prosperity, the foundation of Israel's economic life.