Leviticus 26:43 Meaning and Explanation
“The land also shall be left of them, and shall enjoy her sabbaths, while she lieth desolate without them: and they shall accept of the punishment of their iniquity: because, even because they despised my judgments, and because their soul abhorred my statutes.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The land completes its Sabbath rest during Israel's absence, and Israel recognizes their sin in despising God's judgments.
The Context of Leviticus 26:43
Land and people are restored to right relationship with God's law through suffering and understanding.
What Does Leviticus 26:43 Mean?
The land is left—abandoned by Israel—yet achieves the rest it never received during Israel's habitation. The Sabbath law is finally fulfilled. Meanwhile, Israel (in exile) comes to accept their punishment, understanding that their despising of God's judgments (verse 15) was the root of ruin.
The repetition of 'despised' and 'abhorred' echoes the language of verse 15 but with understanding: Israel now sees that their contempt for God's law was not strength but self-destruction.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 26:43
What does Leviticus 26:43 mean?
The land completes its Sabbath rest during Israel's absence, and Israel recognizes their sin in despising God's judgments.
What is the context of Leviticus 26:43?
Land and people are restored to right relationship with God's law through suffering and understanding.