Leviticus 27:7
And if the person is sixty years of age or older, then your valuation shall be fifteen shekels for the male and ten shekels for the female.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Leviticus 27:7?

2. How does Leviticus 27:7 reflect God's view on the value of the elderly?

3. What principles from Leviticus 27:7 can guide our treatment of older adults today?

4. How does Leviticus 27:7 connect with honoring elders in Exodus 20:12?

5. In what ways can we apply Leviticus 27:7 to our church community?

6. How does Leviticus 27:7 emphasize the importance of age in biblical valuations?

7. What is the significance of age in Leviticus 27:7's valuation system?

8. How does Leviticus 27:7 reflect the cultural context of ancient Israel?

9. Why does Leviticus 27:7 assign different values based on age and gender?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Leviticus 27?

11. Leviticus 27:7–8: How can the poor be expected to fulfill vow payments that might exceed their means, and does this system promote inequality?

12. What is the sanctuary shekel?

13. Leviticus 27:2-4: Why does the text assign different monetary values to men and women, implying unequal worth?

14. What is the purpose of a peace offering?
Discussion Questions
1. How does the concept of valuation in Leviticus 27:7 challenge or affirm your understanding of personal worth in God's eyes?

2. In what ways can you dedicate your resources (time, talents, finances) to God's service, similar to the dedication described in Leviticus?

3. How does the principle of fairness in the valuation system apply to your interactions and relationships within your community?

4. Reflect on a time when you have seen the wisdom of older individuals valued in your church or community. How can you contribute to honoring and learning from them?

5. Considering 1 Corinthians 6, how does understanding that you were "bought with a price" influence your daily walk with Christ and your dedication to Him?1. What does this passage teach about the value of sacred vows to God?

2. What can we learn about gender and age roles in the Israelite society based on these valuation instructions?

3. How does the valuation of the young and the old reflect God's view of these age groups?

4. What does the text suggest about God's treatment of the poor or financially incapable?

5. What do you understand by the concept of consecration in this context?

6. Why do you think the LORD insists on adding a fifth of the value when redeeming consecrated items?

7. How does the Year of Jubilee impact the valuation of consecrated land?

8. What is the significance of an item or person being "most holy to the LORD"?

9. How does this passage reflect the sovereignty of God?

10. What do the rules about firstborns and tithes tell us about God's expectations from His people?

11. How can you apply the principles behind these guidelines in your life today?

12. How does this passage challenge your understanding of value and worth?

13. What would be a modern equivalent of making a vow or consecration to God?

14. In today's society, what does it look like to give the best of what we have to God?

15. How can these concepts of redemption and substitution apply to our understanding of Jesus' sacrifice?

16. How would these principles impact your giving and dedication to the church today?

17. In the face of penalties for disobedience, how can we consistently live in obedience to God?

18. How can we use this passage to better understand the holiness and seriousness of our commitments to God?

19. How does this passage deepen your understanding of the Old Testament laws?

20. How does the knowledge of these ancient practices enhance your perspective of God's grace and mercy in the New Testament?

Links
Leviticus 27:7 NIV
Leviticus 27:7 NLT
Leviticus 27:7 ESV
Leviticus 27:7 NASB
Leviticus 27:7 KJV

Leviticus 27:7 Commentaries

Bible Hub
Leviticus 27:6
Top of Page
Top of Page