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All the congregation of Israel shall keep it.

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A Command for the Whole Community

Commentators emphasize that the Passover was not an optional observance for individuals but a command for the entire community of Israel. Matthew Henry notes a timeless principle: "All who share in God's mercies should join in thankful praises for them." This highlights the corporate nature of worship and remembrance.

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Exodus

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Exodus 12:43–51

19th Century

Bishop

FURTHER DIRECTIONS RESPECTING THE PASSOVER.

This is the ordinance. — These directions, together with those…

John Gill

John Gill

On Exodus 12:47

17th Century

Pastor

All the congregation of Israel shall keep it .
] The passover, and the feast of unleavened bread only; for a Gentile…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Exodus 12:43–51

17th Century

Minister

In times to come, all the congregation of Israel must keep the Passover. All who share in God's mercies should join in thankful praises for them. T…