And the LORD spake unto Moses in mount Sinai, saying,
The LORD spoke to Moses on Mount Sinai, saying,
This verse introduces God speaking directly to Moses while they were at Mount Sinai to give him new instructions.
📚 Historical Context
This verse introduces the beginning of God's specific instructions to Moses on Mount Sinai, as part of the laws given to the Israelites during their time in the wilderness after escaping Egypt. At this point in the biblical narrative, Moses was receiving a series of commandments that would govern the nation's social, economic, and spiritual life, building on the earlier giving of the Ten Commandments. It sets the stage for discussions on rest, land, and Jubilee years, reflecting God's concern for justice and renewal among His people.
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