Leviticus 27:32 Meaning and Explanation
“And concerning the tithe of the herd, or of the flock, even of whatsoever passeth under the rod, the tenth shall be holy unto the LORD.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →One-tenth of all livestock is tithed by selecting every tenth animal.
The Context of Leviticus 27:32
God establishes the method of counting and dedicating livestock tithes.
What Does Leviticus 27:32 Mean?
The tithe of herds and flocks works differently than grain tithes. Instead of measuring produce, a farmer counted livestock and dedicated every tenth animal to God. The selection was made by the rod—literally 'whatever passeth under the rod'—ensuring the process was impartial and not based on picking the weakest or strongest animals.
This method ensured impartial selection; the farmer could not choose which animals went to God. Every tenth animal became holy automatically, maintaining the fairness of the tithe system and preventing people from trying to fulfill the obligation by giving inferior creatures.
Leviticus 27:32 in the Original Language
shebet (שֵׁבֶט), 'rod' — a staff or counting implement used to select every tenth animal.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 27:32
What does Leviticus 27:32 mean?
One-tenth of all livestock is tithed by selecting every tenth animal.
What is the context of Leviticus 27:32?
God establishes the method of counting and dedicating livestock tithes.