Exodus 23:10 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And six years thou shalt sow thy land, and shalt gather in the fruits thereof:

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

For six years you should plant seeds in your land and harvest the crops that grow.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is establishing a pattern where His people should work their land and gather crops for six years.

📚 Historical Context

This verse is part of the Mosaic Law given to the Israelites at Mount Sinai, where God outlined instructions for agricultural practices in the Promised Land to promote sustainability and obedience. It reflects the agrarian society of ancient Israel, where farming was essential for survival, and this six-year cycle of sowing and gathering set the stage for the seventh-year Sabbath rest to honor God's provision. These laws were meant to remind the people of their dependence on God and His care for the poor and the land.

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