And for thy cattle, and for the beast that are in thy land, shall all the increase thereof be meat.
And for your livestock and for the wild animals in your land, all the crops that grow shall be food for them.
This verse is saying that during the sabbath year, even the animals - both domestic and wild - are provided for by what the land naturally produces.
📚 Historical Context
In ancient Israel, God commanded the Israelites to observe a sabbatical year every seventh year, during which the land was to rest and produce naturally without cultivation, as part of the Mosaic Law given after the Exodus. This ensured that the poor, animals, and even wild beasts could freely access the land's yield, reflecting God's provision and care for all creation. It promoted a rhythm of rest and stewardship in an agrarian society dependent on the land for survival.
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