Exodus 23:11 Meaning
But the seventh year thou shalt let it rest and lie still; that the poor of thy people may eat: and what they leave the beasts of the field shall eat. In like manner thou shalt deal with thy vineyard, and with thy oliveyard.
Context Explained
9Also thou shalt not oppress a stranger: for ye know the heart of a stranger, seeing ye were strangers in the land of Egypt.
10And six years thou shalt sow thy land, and shalt gather in the fruits thereof:
11But the seventh year thou shalt let it rest and lie still; that the poor of thy people may eat: and what they leave the beasts of the field shall eat. In like manner thou shalt deal with thy vineyard, and with thy oliveyard.
12Six days thou shalt do thy work, and on the seventh day thou shalt rest: that thine ox and thine ass may rest, and the son of thy handmaid, and the stranger, may be refreshed.
13And in all things that I have said unto you be circumspect: and make no mention of the name of other gods, neither let it be heard out of thy mouth.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Leviticus 25:7
Both verses emphasize the importance of allowing the land to rest and providing for the poor.
Deuteronomy 15:1
This verse relates to the concept of debt cancellation and care for the poor every seventh year.
Matthew 12:1-8
Jesus teaches about mercy and the Sabbath, reflecting the spirit of rest and care for others.
Source: Exodus 23:11