Leviticus 6:3 Meaning and Explanation
“Or have found that which was lost, and lieth concerning it, and sweareth falsely; in any of all these that a man doeth, sinning therein:”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The law also covers finding lost property and lying about it, or swearing falsely concerning it.
The Context of Leviticus 6:3
Additional case: finding lost property and lying about possession of it.
What Does Leviticus 6:3 Mean?
A person who discovers lost property belonging to another and then lies about it—whether denying possession or swearing a false oath—commits sin. This extends the scope of the previous verse to include passive deception and broken oaths.
The law recognizes that some sins are sins of commission (taking, deceiving) and others of omission and dishonesty (hiding truth about found items). All require the same process of acknowledgment and atonement.
Leviticus 6:3 in the Original Language
sheqer (שֶׁקֶר), 'lie'—deception, falsehood, or that which is false and cannot be relied upon.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 6:3
What does Leviticus 6:3 mean?
The law also covers finding lost property and lying about it, or swearing falsely concerning it.
What is the context of Leviticus 6:3?
Additional case: finding lost property and lying about possession of it.