Numbers 28:25 Meaning and Explanation
“And on the seventh day ye shall have an holy convocation; ye shall do no servile work.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The seventh and final day of the feast is observed as a holy assembly with no ordinary work.
The Context of Numbers 28:25
Establishing the festival's closing holy convocation.
What Does Numbers 28:25 Mean?
The seventh day—the conclusion of the feast—receives the same restriction and sanctity as the first. This bookending of the festival with two holy rest days creates a complete frame: the feast begins in special assembly and ends in special assembly, with five intermediate days of continued worship.
The emphasis on the seventh day echoes the Sabbath principle in Israel's theology. Completion and rest are inseparable; the work of worship and remembrance culminates in a day set aside wholly for God.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 28:25
What does Numbers 28:25 mean?
The seventh and final day of the feast is observed as a holy assembly with no ordinary work.
What is the context of Numbers 28:25?
Establishing the festival's closing holy convocation.