And Moses commanded them, saying, At the end of every seven years, in the solemnity of the year of release, in the feast of tabernacles,
Moses gave them this command: 'Every seven years, during the special time when debts are forgiven, at the Feast of Tabernacles,'
Moses is establishing a seven-year cycle where God's law would be read publicly during a special festival when debts were canceled.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Deuteronomy, Moses is giving final instructions to the Israelites as they prepare to enter the Promised Land, emphasizing the importance of remembering and obeying God's laws. He commands that every seven years, during the Feast of Tabernacles, a celebration of God's provision during their wilderness wanderings, the Law should be read publicly as part of the Sabbatical year, also called the year of release, when debts were forgiven and the land was allowed to rest. This practice was designed to renew the covenant and ensure that all generations, including children, heard and understood God's commands.
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