Deuteronomy 16:8 · KJV
"Six days thou shalt eat unleavened bread: and on the seventh day shall be a solemn assembly to the LORD thy God: thou shalt do no work therein."
King James Version
What does Deuteronomy 16:8 mean? →Passage Context
6But at the place which the LORD thy God shall choose to place his name in, there thou shalt sacrifice the passover at even, at the going down of the sun, at the season that thou camest forth out of Egypt.
7And thou shalt roast and eat it in the place which the LORD thy God shall choose: and thou shalt turn in the morning, and go unto thy tents.
8Six days thou shalt eat unleavened bread: and on the seventh day shall be a solemn assembly to the LORD thy God: thou shalt do no work therein.
9Seven weeks shalt thou number unto thee: begin to number the seven weeks from such time as thou beginnest to put the sickle to the corn.
10And thou shalt keep the feast of weeks unto the LORD thy God with a tribute of a freewill offering of thine hand, which thou shalt give unto the LORD thy God, according as the LORD thy God hath blessed thee:
Reflection Questions
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How does observing rest impact your spiritual life?
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What does it mean for you to celebrate God's provision?
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When have you felt the need to pause and reflect?
Life Application
rest
Make it a priority to set aside time for rest and reflection in your weekly routine.
celebration
Plan a special meal or gathering to celebrate God's blessings in your life.
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