Hebrews 7:5

French (La Sainte Bible par Louis Segond 1910)

Ceux des fils de Lévi qui exercent le sacerdoce ont, d'après la loi, l'ordre de lever la dîme sur le peuple, c'est-à-dire, sur leurs frères, qui cependant sont issus des reins d'Abraham;

Que signifie ce verset ?

This verse from Hebrews explains that the priests of Levi's line are commanded by law to collect tithes, or offerings, from the people, including their own family members who descend from Abraham.

Expliqué aux enfants

Imagine if your school had a special club where you and all your friends gave part of your allowance every week. That’s kind of like what this verse is talking about, but with grown-ups who were chosen to be priests giving some of the money people give them back to God.

Contexte historique

The Book of Hebrews was likely written by Paul or someone influenced by him around 60-95 AD. It was addressed to a community of Jewish Christians facing persecution, explaining how Jesus is superior to the old covenant and its priesthood.

Application pour aujourd'hui

In today's context, this verse can remind us that those in leadership roles within the church have responsibilities set forth by God’s word and should be supported accordingly, whether financially or otherwise. Think about supporting your local church leaders as part of their service.

Thèmes

• priesthood
• tithing
• law
• service
• leadership
• obedience

Versets liés

• Numbers 18:26
• Leviticus 27:30
• Genesis 14:20
• Malachi 3:10
• Luke 11:42

Questions fréquentes

Is tithing still relevant today?

Yes, many Christians believe that while the specific laws of tithing from Old Testament times are not directly binding, the principle of giving generously to support God's work remains important.

Who were the Levites?

The Levites were one of the twelve tribes of Israel descended from Levi. They served as priests and temple assistants according to Jewish law.

What does 'brethren' mean in this context?

'Brethren' here refers to fellow Israelites, emphasizing that even within family ties, the obligation to tithe was universal among those who followed God’s laws.

How did tithing support priests?

Tithes provided financial and material support for the priests to continue their religious duties without needing to engage in other labor-intensive tasks.