Leviticus 23:21 Meaning and Explanation
“And ye shall proclaim on the selfsame day, that it may be an holy convocation unto you: ye shall do no servile work therein: it shall be a statute for ever in all your dwellings throughout your generations.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The day of the offering is proclaimed as a holy convocation with no servile work.
The Context of Leviticus 23:21
The offering day is declared a holy convocation throughout Israel.
What Does Leviticus 23:21 Mean?
The culmination day of the Feast of Weeks is set apart as a sacred assembly when ordinary work ceases. The proclamation gathers Israel publicly to celebrate the completion of the grain harvest and God's faithfulness.
This statute binds every generation in every dwelling, making the Feast of Weeks a perpetual marker in Israel's religious calendar, annually renewing gratitude for harvest and God's provision.
Frequently Asked Questions About Leviticus 23:21
What does Leviticus 23:21 mean?
The day of the offering is proclaimed as a holy convocation with no servile work.
What is the context of Leviticus 23:21?
The offering day is declared a holy convocation throughout Israel.