Speak unto the children of Israel, saying, The fifteenth day of this seventh month shall be the feast of tabernacles for seven days unto the LORD.
Tell the people of Israel: On the fifteenth day of the seventh month, you will celebrate the Festival of Shelters for seven days as a celebration to the LORD.
God is establishing a week-long fall festival where His people will live in temporary shelters to remember His faithfulness.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Leviticus, God gave Moses detailed instructions for the Israelites' religious calendar and feasts as part of the Mosaic Law, which guided their worship and community life in the wilderness after escaping Egypt. The Feast of Tabernacles, mentioned in this verse, was a seven-day harvest festival starting on the 15th day of the seventh month, where the people lived in temporary booths to remember God's provision during their 40 years of wandering in the desert. This celebration included offerings, rest, and joyful gatherings, emphasizing gratitude for the harvest and God's faithfulness.
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