2 Chronicles 35:17 Meaning and Explanation
“And the children of Israel that were present kept the passover at that time, and the feast of unleavened bread seven days.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The people of Israel observe the Passover and the seven-day Feast of Unleavened Bread.
The Context of 2 Chronicles 35:17
The focus turns to the people's actual participation in the entire festival observance.
What Does 2 Chronicles 35:17 Mean?
Those assembled in Jerusalem keep both the Passover sacrifice and the week-long feast of unleavened bread, fulfilling the law completely. The celebration follows the required pattern from Egypt to the present day.
The feast commemorates Israel's hasty departure from Egypt and God's protection. Keeping it with such celebration affirms the people's identity as God's redeemed people and their covenant relationship with Him.
Frequently Asked Questions About 2 Chronicles 35:17
What does 2 Chronicles 35:17 mean?
The people of Israel observe the Passover and the seven-day Feast of Unleavened Bread.
What is the context of 2 Chronicles 35:17?
The focus turns to the people's actual participation in the entire festival observance.