Six days thou shalt work, but on the seventh day thou shalt rest: in earing time and in harvest thou shalt rest.
Six days you should work, but on the seventh day you must rest. Even during plowing season and harvest time, you must rest.
God is establishing that even during the busiest times of the year, people must still take a day of rest.
📚 Historical Context
In the context of the Exodus, God was giving the Israelites laws to guide their daily lives after freeing them from Egyptian slavery, emphasizing a rhythm of work and rest to mirror His own rest after creation. This verse specifically highlights the importance of observing the Sabbath even during demanding agricultural seasons like plowing and harvest, when the temptation to work continuously was strong. It served as a reminder for the Israelites to trust in God's provision rather than exhausting themselves in pursuit of productivity.
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