See, for that the LORD hath given you the sabbath, therefore he giveth you on the sixth day the bread of two days; abide ye every man in his place, let no man go out of his place on the seventh day.
Look, the LORD has given you the sabbath day of rest, so he provides you with enough bread on the sixth day to last for two days. Everyone should stay where they are, no one should leave their place on the seventh day.
God is telling the Israelites to rest completely on the sabbath by staying home, since he's already provided double the food they need the day before.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Exodus, the Israelites were wandering in the desert after their escape from slavery in Egypt, relying on God for daily sustenance. God miraculously provided manna for them to eat each day but commanded them to gather a double portion on the sixth day, so they could rest fully on the seventh day, known as the Sabbath. This instruction was part of God's ongoing revelation to teach His people the importance of regular rest and dependence on Him.
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