Leviticus 6:4
New International Version
when they sin in any of these ways and realize their guilt, they must return what they have stolen or taken by extortion, or what was entrusted to them, or the lost property they found,

New Living Translation
If you have sinned in any of these ways, you are guilty. You must give back whatever you stole, or the money you took by extortion, or the security deposit, or the lost property you found,

English Standard Version
if he has sinned and has realized his guilt and will restore what he took by robbery or what he got by oppression or the deposit that was committed to him or the lost thing that he found

Berean Standard Bible
once he has sinned and becomes guilty, he must return what he has stolen or taken by extortion, or the deposit entrusted to him, or the lost property he found,

King James Bible
Then it shall be, because he hath sinned, and is guilty, that he shall restore that which he took violently away, or the thing which he hath deceitfully gotten, or that which was delivered him to keep, or the lost thing which he found,

New King James Version
then it shall be, because he has sinned and is guilty, that he shall restore what he has stolen, or the thing which he has extorted, or what was delivered to him for safekeeping, or the lost thing which he found,

New American Standard Bible
then it shall be, when he sins and becomes guilty, that he shall restore what he took by robbery or acquired by extortion, or the deposit which was entrusted to him, or the lost property which he found,

NASB 1995
then it shall be, when he sins and becomes guilty, that he shall restore what he took by robbery or what he got by extortion, or the deposit which was entrusted to him or the lost thing which he found,

NASB 1977
then it shall be, when he sins and becomes guilty, that he shall restore what he took by robbery, or what he got by extortion, or the deposit which was entrusted to him, or the lost thing which he found,

Legacy Standard Bible
then it shall be, when he sins and becomes guilty, that he shall return what he took by robbery or what he got by extortion, or the deposit which was entrusted to him or the lost thing which he found,

Amplified Bible
then if he has sinned and is guilty, he shall restore what he took by robbery, or what he got by extortion, or the deposit which was entrusted to him, or the lost thing which he found,

Christian Standard Bible
once he has sinned and acknowledged his guilt —he must return what he stole or defrauded, or the deposit entrusted to him, or the lost item he found,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
once he has sinned and acknowledged his guilt—he must return what he stole or defrauded, or the deposit entrusted to him, or the lost item he found,

American Standard Version
then it shall be, if he hath sinned, and is guilty, that he shall restore that which he took by robbery, or the thing which he hath gotten by oppression, or the deposit which was committed to him, or the lost thing which he found,

Contemporary English Version
When this happens, you must return what doesn't belong to you

English Revised Version
then it shall be, if he hath sinned, and is guilty, that he shall restore that which he took by robbery, or the thing which he hath gotten by oppression, or the deposit which was committed to him, or the lost thing which he found,

GOD'S WORD® Translation
you are sinning and will be guilty. Return what you stole or seized, what you were supposed to take care of, the lost item you found,

International Standard Version
If that person has sinned and has been found guilty, then he is to return the stolen thing that he took or obtained by oppression, or the security that had been entrusted to him, or the lost thing that he had found,

Majority Standard Bible
once he has sinned and becomes guilty, he must return what he has stolen or taken by extortion, or the deposit entrusted to him, or the lost property he found,

NET Bible
when it happens that he sins and he is found guilty, then he must return whatever he had stolen, or whatever he had extorted, or the thing that he had held in trust, or the lost thing that he had found,

New Heart English Bible
then it shall be, if he has sinned, and is guilty, he shall restore that which he took by robbery, or the thing which he has gotten by oppression, or the deposit which was committed to him, or the lost thing which he found,

Webster's Bible Translation
Then it shall be, because he hath sinned, and is guilty, that he shall restore that which he took by force, or the thing which he obtained by deceit, or that which was delivered him to keep, or the lost thing which he found,

World English Bible
then it shall be, if he has sinned, and is guilty, he shall restore that which he took by robbery, or the thing which he has gotten by oppression, or the deposit which was committed to him, or the lost thing which he found,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
then it has been, when he sins and has been guilty, that he has returned the plunder which he has violently taken away, or the thing which he has gotten by oppression, or the deposit which has been deposited with him, or the lost thing which he has found;

Young's Literal Translation
'Then it hath been, when he sinneth, and hath been guilty, that he hath returned the plunder which he hath taken violently away, or the thing which he hath got by oppression, or the deposit which hath been deposited with him, or the lost thing which he hath found;

Smith's Literal Translation
The original Julia E. Smith Bible records the following as a verse reference for Lev 5:23And it was when he shall sin and being guilty, and he turned back the robbery which he robbed, or the oppression which he oppressed, or the deposit which was deposited with him, or the lost thing which he found,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Being convicted of the offence, he shall restore

Catholic Public Domain Version
being convicted of the offense, he shall restore

New American Bible
when someone has thus done wrong and is guilty, that person shall restore the thing that was stolen, the item unjustly retained, the item left as deposit, or the lost article that was found

New Revised Standard Version
when you have sinned and realize your guilt, and would restore what you took by robbery or by fraud or the deposit that was committed to you, or the lost thing that you found,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Then it shall be, because he has sinned and is guilty, he shall restore what he took violently or what he got deceitfully or the pledge which was delivered to him to keep or the lost thing which he found

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And it will be, when he will sin and will be guilty, he will return the thing that he takes by force or oppression, cheating, or a trust that was entrusted him, or a lost thing that he found,
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
then it shall be, if he hath sinned, and is guilty, that he shall restore that which he took by robbery, or the thing which he hath gotten by oppression, or the deposit which was deposited with him, or the lost thing which he found,

Brenton Septuagint Translation
it shall come to pass, whensoever he shall have sinned, and transgressed, that he shall restore the plunder which he has seized, or redress the injury which he has committed, or restore the deposit which was entrusted to him, or the lost article which he has found of any kind, about which he swore unjustly, he shall even restore it in full; and he shall add to it a fifth part besides; he shall restore it to him whose it is in the day in which he happens to be convicted.

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Context
Sins Requiring a Guilt Offering
3or finds lost property and lies about it and swears falsely, or if he commits any such sin that a man might commit— 4 once he has sinned and becomes guilty, he must return what he has stolen or taken by extortion, or the deposit entrusted to him, or the lost property he found, 5or anything else about which he has sworn falsely. He must make restitution in full, add a fifth of the value, and pay it to the owner on the day he acknowledges his guilt.…

Cross References
Exodus 22:1-4
“If a man steals an ox or a sheep and slaughters or sells it, he must repay five oxen for an ox and four sheep for a sheep. / If a thief is caught breaking in and is beaten to death, no one shall be guilty of bloodshed. / But if it happens after sunrise, there is guilt for his bloodshed. A thief must make full restitution; if he has nothing, he himself shall be sold for his theft. ...

Numbers 5:6-7
“Tell the Israelites that when a man or woman acts unfaithfully against the LORD by committing any sin against another, that person is guilty / and must confess the sin he has committed. He must make full restitution, add a fifth to its value, and give all this to the one he has wronged.

Luke 19:8
But Zacchaeus stood up and said to the Lord, “Look, Lord, half of my possessions I give to the poor, and if I have cheated anyone, I will repay it fourfold.”

Proverbs 6:30-31
Men do not despise the thief if he steals to satisfy his hunger. / Yet if caught, he must pay sevenfold; he must give up all the wealth of his house.

Ezekiel 33:15
if he restores a pledge, makes restitution for what he has stolen, and walks in the statutes of life without practicing iniquity—then he will surely live; he will not die.

Matthew 5:23-24
So if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, / leave your gift there before the altar. First go and be reconciled to your brother; then come and offer your gift.

Exodus 21:33-34
If a man opens or digs a pit and fails to cover it, and an ox or a donkey falls into it, / the owner of the pit shall make restitution; he must pay its owner, and the dead animal will be his.

2 Samuel 12:6
Because he has done this thing and has shown no pity, he must pay for the lamb four times over.”

Exodus 22:7-9
If a man gives his neighbor money or goods for safekeeping and they are stolen from the neighbor’s house, the thief, if caught, must pay back double. / If the thief is not found, the owner of the house must appear before the judges to determine whether he has taken his neighbor’s property. / In all cases of illegal possession of an ox, a donkey, a sheep, a garment, or any lost item that someone claims, ‘This is mine,’ both parties shall bring their cases before the judges. The one whom the judges find guilty must pay back double to his neighbor.

Luke 3:8
Produce fruit, then, in keeping with repentance. And do not begin to say to yourselves, ‘We have Abraham as our father.’ For I tell you that out of these stones God can raise up children for Abraham.

Exodus 22:10-13
If a man gives a donkey, an ox, a sheep, or any other animal to be cared for by his neighbor, but it dies or is injured or stolen while no one is watching, / an oath before the LORD shall be made between the parties to determine whether or not the man has taken his neighbor’s property. The owner must accept the oath and require no restitution. / But if the animal was actually stolen from the neighbor, he must make restitution to the owner. ...

Philemon 1:18-19
But if he has wronged you in any way or owes you anything, charge it to my account. / I, Paul, write this with my own hand. I will repay it—not to mention that you owe me your very self.

Exodus 22:14-15
If a man borrows an animal from his neighbor and it is injured or dies while its owner is not present, he must make full restitution. / If the owner was present, no restitution is required. If the animal was rented, the fee covers the loss.

Matthew 18:15
If your brother sins against you, go and confront him privately. If he listens to you, you have won your brother over.

Exodus 23:4-5
If you encounter your enemy’s stray ox or donkey, you must return it to him. / If you see the donkey of one who hates you fallen under its load, do not leave it there; you must help him with it.


Treasury of Scripture

Then it shall be, because he has sinned, and is guilty, that he shall restore that which he took violently away, or the thing which he has deceitfully gotten, or that which was delivered him to keep, or the lost thing which he found,

because

Leviticus 4:13-15
And if the whole congregation of Israel sin through ignorance, and the thing be hid from the eyes of the assembly, and they have done somewhat against any of the commandments of the LORD concerning things which should not be done, and are guilty; …

Leviticus 5:3,4
Or if he touch the uncleanness of man, whatsoever uncleanness it be that a man shall be defiled withal, and it be hid from him; when he knoweth of it, then he shall be guilty…

which he

Genesis 21:25
And Abraham reproved Abimelech because of a well of water, which Abimelech's servants had violently taken away.

Job 20:19
Because he hath oppressed and hath forsaken the poor; because he hath violently taken away an house which he builded not;

Job 24:2
Some remove the landmarks; they violently take away flocks, and feed thereof.

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Leviticus 6
1. The trespass offering for sins done wittingly
8. The law of the burnt offering
14. and of the meat offering
19. The offering at the consecration of a priest
24. The law of the sin offering














once he has sinned and become guilty
This phrase underscores the acknowledgment of sin and guilt, which is a crucial step in the process of repentance and restoration. In Hebrew, the word for "sinned" is "חָטָא" (chata), which means to miss the mark or to err. The concept of sin in the Old Testament is not just about breaking a rule but failing to live up to the divine standard set by God. The acknowledgment of guilt is essential for reconciliation with God and others, highlighting the importance of personal responsibility and the need for atonement.

he must restore
The Hebrew word for "restore" is "שָׁלַם" (shalam), which means to make whole or to complete. This word is related to "shalom," meaning peace or completeness. Restoration is not merely about returning what was taken but about making amends and restoring relationships. It reflects God's desire for justice and reconciliation, emphasizing that true repentance involves action and restitution.

what he took by robbery
The term "robbery" in Hebrew is "גָּזַל" (gazal), which implies taking something by force or deceit. This highlights the severity of the offense and the violation of trust and community harmony. In the ancient Near Eastern context, robbery was not just a crime against an individual but against the community and God, who is the ultimate owner of all things.

or what he obtained by extortion
"Extortion" in Hebrew is "עָשַׁק" (ashaq), meaning to oppress or exploit. This word conveys the idea of using one's power or position to unjustly take from others. The inclusion of extortion in this verse underscores the broader social implications of sin, where the powerful are called to account for their actions against the vulnerable, reflecting God's heart for justice and protection of the oppressed.

or the deposit entrusted to him
The phrase "deposit entrusted" refers to something given in trust for safekeeping. The Hebrew word "פִּקָּדוֹן" (piqqadon) implies a sacred trust or responsibility. This highlights the importance of faithfulness and integrity in relationships. In biblical times, trust was a cornerstone of community life, and violating that trust was a serious offense, requiring restitution to restore communal harmony.

or the lost property he found
"Lost property" in Hebrew is "אֲבֵדָה" (abedah), which refers to something that has been lost or misplaced. The responsibility to return lost property emphasizes the value of honesty and respect for others' possessions. This principle reflects the broader biblical theme of stewardship, where individuals are called to care for and respect what belongs to others, as a reflection of their respect for God, the ultimate owner of all.

(4) Then it shall be, because he hath sinned, and is guilty.--Better, And it shall come to pass, token he hath so sinned, and acknowledged his guilt. (See Leviticus 4:22.) That is, when he has committed any of the aforementioned offences, and denied the sin with an oath, but afterwards voluntarily acknowledges his guilt without having been found out.

That he shall restore that . . . which he hath deceitfully gotten.--Better, then he shall restore, &c.

Verse 4. - As before, the profit gained by fraud or violence is to be given up, and with it a fine is to be paid, amounting to one-fifth of the value of the thing appropriated.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
once
כִּֽי־ (kî-)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction

he has sinned
יֶחֱטָ֣א (ye·ḥĕ·ṭā)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 2398: To miss, to sin, to forfeit, lack, expiate, repent, lead astray, condemn

and becomes guilty,
וְאָשֵׁם֒ (wə·’ā·šêm)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 816: To be guilty, to be punished, perish

he must return
וְהֵשִׁ֨יב (wə·hê·šîḇ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 7725: To turn back, in, to retreat, again

what
אֲשֶׁ֣ר (’ă·šer)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

he has stolen
הַגְּזֵלָ֜ה (hag·gə·zê·lāh)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 1497: To pluck off, to flay, strip, rob

or
א֤וֹ (’ōw)
Conjunction
Strong's 176: Desire, if

taken by extortion,
עָשָׁ֔ק (‘ā·šāq)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6231: To press upon, oppress, defraud, violate, overflow

or
א֚וֹ (’ōw)
Conjunction
Strong's 176: Desire, if

the deposit
הַפִּקָּד֔וֹן (hap·piq·qā·ḏō·wn)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6487: A deposit, store

entrusted
הָפְקַ֖ד (hā·p̄ə·qaḏ)
Verb - Hofal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6487: A deposit, store

to him,
אִתּ֑וֹ (’it·tōw)
Direct object marker | third person masculine singular
Strong's 853: Untranslatable mark of the accusative case

or
א֥וֹ (’ōw)
Conjunction
Strong's 176: Desire, if

the lost property
הָאֲבֵדָ֖ה (hā·’ă·ḇê·ḏāh)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 9: Something lost, destruction, Hades

he found,
מָצָֽא׃ (mā·ṣā)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 4672: To come forth to, appear, exist, to attain, find, acquire, to occur, meet, be present


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