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A Different Kind of Rest
Commentators explain that the "no servile work" rule for this holy day was distinct from the weekly Sabbath. It meant ceasing from one's regular job (like farming or crafts) but permitted necessary tasks like preparing food. This created a special time set apart for worship without the stricter prohibitions of the Sabbath.
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Leviticus
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Albert Barnes
On Leviticus 23:5–8
18th Century
Theologian
In Leviticus 23:5, the Passover, or Paschal Supper, and the Feast of Unleavened Bread, are plainly described as distinct feasts. See Exodus 12:6,[R…
Charles Ellicott
On Leviticus 23:7
19th Century
Bishop
In the first day. —That is, the first of the seven days, or the fifteenth of the month Nisan. ().
You s…
John Gill
On Leviticus 23:7
17th Century
Pastor
In the first day you shall have an holy convocation That is, on the first of the seven days of the feast of unleavened br…
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Matthew Henry
On Leviticus 23:4–14
17th Century
Minister
The feast of the Passover was to continue seven days; not idle days, spent in sport, as many who are called Christians spend their holy days. Offer…