Exodus 12:14 Meaning and Explanation
“And this day shall be unto you for a memorial; and ye shall keep it a feast to the LORD throughout your generations; ye shall keep it a feast by an ordinance for ever.”
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Read Full Chapter →Israel is to remember this deliverance by celebrating Passover as an eternal, perpetual feast.
The Context of Exodus 12:14
Passover becomes an eternal feast commemorating God's deliverance.
What Does Exodus 12:14 Mean?
The feast becomes a living memorial, ensuring that each generation encounters the reality of God's salvation. This is not simply remembrance of the past but an ongoing invitation to experience the meaning of deliverance. The perpetual nature of the ordinance means that Passover is not confined to one moment but extends through all of Israel's future.
The commitment is forever—'le-olam' in Hebrew implies eternity. By keeping this feast throughout generations, Israel binds themselves to the memory of God's saving power. The feast becomes the primary way the story is transmitted: not merely told but embodied in ritual, food, and corporate action year after year.
Exodus 12:14 in the Original Language
zicharon (זִכָּרוֹן), 'memorial' — a remembrance that keeps the past event present and alive in consciousness.
Frequently Asked Questions About Exodus 12:14
What does Exodus 12:14 mean?
Israel is to remember this deliverance by celebrating Passover as an eternal, perpetual feast.
What is the context of Exodus 12:14?
Passover becomes an eternal feast commemorating God's deliverance.