Exodus 13:10 Meaning and Explanation
“Thou shalt therefore keep this ordinance in his season from year to year.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The ordinance of unleavened bread is to be kept annually, at its appointed time, year after year.
The Context of Exodus 13:10
The ordinance is to be observed perpetually at its appointed season.
What Does Exodus 13:10 Mean?
The ordinance ('chuqqah' in Hebrew) is an enduring statute, not limited to a single generation but binding on all Israelites in perpetuity. 'In his season' refers to the specific time of Abib, establishing that this is an annual, cyclical observance.
The phrase 'from year to year' emphasizes continuity and stability in the practice. This rhythmic renewal each spring anchors the people to the foundational memory of their freedom and God's faithfulness.
Exodus 13:10 in the Original Language
chuqqah (חֻקָּה), 'ordinance' — a law or statute that stands firm, often with deep theological significance.
Frequently Asked Questions About Exodus 13:10
What does Exodus 13:10 mean?
The ordinance of unleavened bread is to be kept annually, at its appointed time, year after year.
What is the context of Exodus 13:10?
The ordinance is to be observed perpetually at its appointed season.