Numbers 15:16
New International Version
The same laws and regulations will apply both to you and to the foreigner residing among you.’”

New Living Translation
The same instructions and regulations will apply both to you and to the foreigners living among you.”

English Standard Version
One law and one rule shall be for you and for the stranger who sojourns with you.”

Berean Standard Bible
The same law and the same ordinance will apply both to you and to the foreigner residing with you.”

King James Bible
One law and one manner shall be for you, and for the stranger that sojourneth with you.

New King James Version
One law and one custom shall be for you and for the stranger who dwells with you.’ ”

New American Standard Bible
There is to be one law and one ordinance for you and for the stranger who resides with you.’”

NASB 1995
‘There is to be one law and one ordinance for you and for the alien who sojourns with you.’”

NASB 1977
‘There is to be one law and one ordinance for you and for the alien who sojourns with you.’”

Legacy Standard Bible
There shall be one law and one judgment for you and for the sojourner who sojourns with you.’”

Amplified Bible
There is to be one law and one ordinance for you and for the stranger who lives with you as a resident alien.’”

Christian Standard Bible
The same law and the same ordinance will apply to both you and the alien who resides with you.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The same law and the same ordinance will apply to both you and the foreigner who resides with you.”

American Standard Version
One law and one ordinance shall be for you, and for the stranger that sojourneth with you.

English Revised Version
One law and one ordinance shall be for you, and for the stranger that sojourneth with you.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The instructions and rules are the same for you as well as foreigners who are living with you."

Good News Translation
the same laws and regulations apply to you and to them.

International Standard Version
There is to be one law and one ordinance for you and for the resident alien who lives with you."

Majority Standard Bible
The same law and the same ordinance will apply both to you and to the foreigner residing with you.?

NET Bible
One law and one custom must apply to you and to the resident foreigner who lives alongside you.'"

New Heart English Bible
One law and one ordinance shall be for you, and for the stranger who lives as a foreigner with you.'"

Webster's Bible Translation
One law and one manner shall be for you, and for the stranger that sojourneth with you.

World English Bible
One law and one ordinance shall be for you and for the stranger who lives as a foreigner with you.’”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
one law and one ordinance is for you and for the sojourner who is sojourning with you.”

Young's Literal Translation
one law and one ordinance is to you and to the sojourner who is sojourning with you.'

Smith's Literal Translation
One law and one judgment shall be to you, and to the stranger sojourning with you.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the Lord spoke to Moses, saying:

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the Lord spoke to Moses, saying:

New American Bible
you and the alien residing with you will have the same rule and the same application of it.

New Revised Standard Version
You and the alien who resides with you shall have the same law and the same ordinance.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
One law and one ordinance shall be for you and for the proselyte who sojourns with you.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
There shall be one law and one judgment for you and for those who have turned to me who dwell with you.’”
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
One law and one ordinance shall be both for you, and for the stranger that sojourneth with you.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
There shall be one law and one ordinance for you, and for the stranger that abides among you.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Laws about Offerings
15The assembly is to have the same statute both for you and for the foreign resident; it is a permanent statute for the generations to come. You and the foreigner shall be the same before the LORD. 16The same law and the same ordinance will apply both to you and to the foreigner residing with you.” 17Then the LORD said to Moses,…

Cross References
Exodus 12:49
The same law shall apply to both the native and the foreigner who resides among you.”

Leviticus 24:22
You are to have the same standard of law for the foreign resident and the native; for I am the LORD your God.’”

Galatians 3:28
There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.

Acts 10:34-35
Then Peter began to speak: “I now truly understand that God does not show favoritism, / but welcomes those from every nation who fear Him and do what is right.

Romans 10:12
For there is no difference between Jew and Greek: The same Lord is Lord of all, and gives richly to all who call on Him,

Ephesians 2:14-16
For He Himself is our peace, who has made the two one and has torn down the dividing wall of hostility / by abolishing in His flesh the law of commandments and decrees. He did this to create in Himself one new man out of the two, thus making peace / and reconciling both of them to God in one body through the cross, by which He put to death their hostility.

Colossians 3:11
Here there is no Greek or Jew, circumcised or uncircumcised, barbarian, Scythian, slave, or free, but Christ is all and is in all.

Isaiah 56:6-7
And the foreigners who join themselves to the LORD to minister to Him, to love the name of the LORD, and to be His servants—all who keep the Sabbath without profaning it and who hold fast to My covenant— / I will bring them to My holy mountain and make them joyful in My house of prayer. Their burnt offerings and sacrifices will be accepted on My altar, for My house will be called a house of prayer for all the nations.”

Deuteronomy 10:19
So you also must love the foreigner, since you yourselves were foreigners in the land of Egypt.

1 Corinthians 12:13
For in one Spirit we were all baptized into one body, whether Jews or Greeks, slave or free, and we were all given one Spirit to drink.

Acts 15:9
He made no distinction between us and them, for He cleansed their hearts by faith.

Romans 3:29-30
Is God the God of Jews only? Is He not the God of Gentiles too? Yes, of Gentiles too, / since there is only one God, who will justify the circumcised by faith and the uncircumcised through that same faith.

John 10:16
I have other sheep that are not of this fold. I must bring them in as well, and they will listen to My voice. Then there will be one flock and one shepherd.

Malachi 1:11
For My name will be great among the nations, from where the sun rises to where it sets. In every place, incense and pure offerings will be presented in My name, because My name will be great among the nations,” says the LORD of Hosts.

Isaiah 2:2-3
In the last days the mountain of the house of the LORD will be established as the chief of the mountains; it will be raised above the hills, and all nations will stream to it. / And many peoples will come and say: “Come, let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob. He will teach us His ways so that we may walk in His paths.” For the law will go forth from Zion, and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem.


Treasury of Scripture

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17. The law of the first of the dough
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30. The punishment of presumption
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The same law
This phrase underscores the universality and consistency of God's commandments. In Hebrew, the word for "law" is "torah," which signifies instruction or teaching. The use of "the same law" emphasizes that God's instructions are not arbitrary or changeable but are steadfast and applicable to all. Historically, this reflects the unity and equality before God that was intended for both Israelites and foreigners living among them. It serves as a reminder that God's standards are not subject to human alteration and that His truth is constant.

and the same ordinance
The term "ordinance" in Hebrew is "mishpat," which often refers to judgments or decrees. This highlights the judicial aspect of God's law, indicating that His decrees are just and righteous. The repetition of "the same" before both "law" and "ordinance" reinforces the idea of impartiality and fairness in God's dealings with humanity. It suggests that God's justice is not only for a select group but is extended to all who choose to follow Him, reflecting His character as a just and equitable God.

will apply
This phrase indicates the active implementation and relevance of God's law. The Hebrew root here suggests a binding or obligation, implying that the law is not merely theoretical but is meant to be lived out in daily practice. It speaks to the practical nature of God's commandments, which are designed to guide the behavior and decisions of His people. This application is a call to obedience and faithfulness, encouraging believers to align their lives with God's will.

both to you
This part of the verse directly addresses the Israelites, God's chosen people. It serves as a reminder of their covenant relationship with God and their responsibility to uphold His laws. The personal nature of "to you" emphasizes that God's commandments are not distant or impersonal but are given directly to His people, inviting them into a deeper relationship with Him through obedience.

and the foreigner
The inclusion of "the foreigner" highlights the inclusive nature of God's covenant. In the ancient Near Eastern context, foreigners were often marginalized, but God's law makes provision for them, demonstrating His love and concern for all people. This reflects the broader biblical theme of God's desire for all nations to know Him and be blessed through His people. It challenges believers to extend grace and hospitality to outsiders, reflecting God's heart for the nations.

living among you
This phrase indicates the presence and integration of non-Israelites within the community of God's people. It suggests a community where diverse backgrounds are united under the same divine law. The historical context shows that God's people were to be a light to the nations, and the presence of foreigners among them was an opportunity to demonstrate God's character and righteousness. It calls believers to live in such a way that their lives testify to God's goodness and truth, inviting others to join in the worship of the one true God.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
The same
אַחַ֛ת (’a·ḥaṯ)
Number - feminine singular construct
Strong's 259: United, one, first

law
תּוֹרָ֥ה (tō·w·rāh)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 8451: Direction, instruction, law

and the same
אֶחָ֖ד (’e·ḥāḏ)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 259: United, one, first

ordinance
וּמִשְׁפָּ֥ט (ū·miš·pāṭ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4941: A verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, style

will apply
יִהְיֶ֣ה (yih·yeh)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

both to you
לָכֶ֑ם (lā·ḵem)
Preposition | second person masculine plural
Strong's Hebrew

and the foreigner
וְלַגֵּ֖ר (wə·lag·gêr)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1616: A guest, a foreigner

residing
הַגָּ֥ר (hag·gār)
Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 1481: To turn aside from the road, sojourn, to shrink, fear, to gather for, hostility

with you.”
אִתְּכֶֽם׃ (’it·tə·ḵem)
Preposition | second person masculine plural
Strong's 854: Nearness, near, with, by, at, among


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