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But if he be poorer than your estimation, then he shall be set before the priest, and the priest shall value him; according to the ability of him who vowed shall the priest value him.
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God's Compassion for the Poor
Commentators highlight that this verse demonstrates God's compassion. The law doesn't impose a rigid, unbreakable standard but makes a gracious provision for the poor. A priest could assess a person's financial situation and set a redemption price they could actually afford, ensuring that sincere devotion was not a cause for financial ruin.
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Leviticus
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18th Century
Presbyterian
If he is poorer than your estimation - Too poor (to pay) your valuation. Compare (Leviticus 27:7), (Leviticus 27:11)…
19th Century
Anglican
But if he be poorer than thy estimation. —That is, if the person who makes the vow possesses less than the specified lega…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
But if he is poorer than your estimation If he is so poor that he is not able to pay the value that is set upon him,…
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