Six days shalt thou labour, and do all thy work:
Work for six days and do all your tasks during that time.
God is establishing a rhythm where people should work for six days of the week.
📚 Historical Context
The Ten Commandments were given to the Israelites by God through Moses on Mount Sinai after their deliverance from slavery in Egypt, as part of establishing a covenant and guiding their new life as a nation. This verse specifically falls within the Sabbath commandment, directing the people to dedicate six days to labor in order to reflect God's creative work and prepare for a day of rest. It addressed the harsh realities of their past oppression, ensuring that rest was a fundamental right for everyone, including servants and animals.
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