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The book of Leviticus closes with Leviticus 26:46. Chapter 27 is a supplement. There is not the slightest reason to doubt that it was added by Moses himself.
Personal commitment in giving ourselves or loved ones to God's service must be treated seriously, is the teaching of Leviticus 27:1-8. When we cannot do what we promise personally, we can give financially to support others to do the work. Property we promise, if not given outright, should be replaced to the Lord in its monetary value (Leviticus 27:13-25 ). We should say what we mean and mean what we say. Our giving to the Lord must be according to the giving of our words, and the requirements of God's Word. We are to give a fixed portion of our income to the Lord.
1 Corinthians 16:1-2 "Now concerning the collection for the saints, as I have given orders to the churches of Galatia, so you must do also: On the first day of the week let each one of you lay something aside, storing up as he may prosper, that there be no collections when I come."
(Also 2 Corinthians 8:7-9 ).
The subject of vows might be summarised in the words of the preacher:
We should be very careful not to make foolish promises to God in our service to Him.
Law was God's way of teaching His people the way they should live in relationship to Him. Our relationship with Him is deepened through commitment of our life and lip to His Word.
QUESTIONS FOR GROUP INTERACTIONDo you store up so that you give according to your promise, and God's intentions (Leviticus 27:13-25; 1 Corinthians 16:1-2 )?