KJV ORIGINAL
It shall be a sabbath of rest unto you, and ye shall afflict your souls, by a statute for ever.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
This will be a special Sabbath of complete rest for you, and you must humble yourselves and fast. This is a permanent law that will last forever.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is establishing the Day of Atonement as a permanent holy day where His people must completely rest and humble themselves through fasting.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of God's instructions for the Day of Atonement (Yom Kippur), the most solemn holy day in the Jewish calendar. On this day, the high priest would enter the Holy of Holies to make atonement for the sins of all Israel. The phrase 'afflict your souls' referred to fasting and deep spiritual reflection, showing genuine repentance before God.
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