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The Foundational Holy Day
Commentators stress that the Sabbath is not just one of many holy days; it is the foundational one. Albert Barnes notes it's placed first as a sign of the covenant between God and His people. Charles Ellicott adds that during the Second Temple period, it was considered as important as the entire law, highlighting its supreme significance.
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Leviticus
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Albert Barnes
On Leviticus 23:3
18th Century
Theologian
The seventh day had been consecrated as the Sabbath of Yahweh, symbolizing His own rest; it was the acknowledged sign of the covenant between God a…
Charles Ellicott
On Leviticus 23:3
19th Century
Bishop
Six days shall work be done. — Recurring every week, and being the most important as well as the oldest of all festivals,…
John Gill
On Leviticus 23:3
17th Century
Pastor
Six days shall work be done Or may be done by men, any sort of lawful work and honest labour, for the sustenance of thems…
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Matthew Henry
On Leviticus 23:1–3
17th Century
Minister
In this chapter, we have the institution of holy times, many of which have been mentioned before. Though the yearly feasts were made more remarkabl…