The answer is: Every 50 years

Lev 25:10 - The Jubilee year restored property and freedom, resetting economic inequalities.

The concept of the Jubilee year in Leviticus is truly fascinating! Every 50 years, during this special time, not only were all plots of land returned to their original owners, but any enslaved individuals also regained their freedom. This practice wasn’t just a social reset; it was like a divine tune-up for the community, aimed at keeping the spirit of equality alive among the Israelites.

Imagine living in a society where, regardless of how successful one’s family had—or hadn't—been in working their land, every 50 years everyone got a fresh start. That’s a bit like a communal 'reset' button making way for fair chances, preventing land monopolies, and ensuring families never permanently lost their heritage.

Surprisingly, scholars suggest this radical idea wasn't practiced in full force. It's suggested that the mere promise of Jubilee kept the inequalities in check, encouraging the wealthy to lend and help the less fortunate rather than oppress them with unbearable debts (Leviticus 25:35-37).

Interestingly, the idea of a jubilee resonates not just in faith but has also found echoes in many new and modern expressions, like community-led efforts around financial equity and economic justice movements. So, while the Israelites had physical representations of these ideals back then, you’ll find the call for balance and equality living on in our values today!