2 Chronicles 35:17
2 Chronicles 35:17 in Multiple Translations
The Israelites who were present also observed the Passover at that time, as well as the Feast of Unleavened Bread for seven days.
And the children of Israel that were present kept the passover at that time, and the feast of unleavened bread seven days.
And the children of Israel that were present kept the passover at that time, and the feast of unleavened bread seven days.
And all the children of Israel who were present kept the Passover and the feast of unleavened bread at that time for seven days.
The Israelites who were there also celebrated Passover at that time, and also the Feast of Unleavened Bread for the following seven days.
And the children of Israel that were present, kept the Passeouer the same time, and the feast of the vnleauened bread seuen dayes.
And the sons of Israel who are found make the passover at that time, and the feast of unleavened things, seven days.
The children of Israel who were present kept the Passover at that time, and the feast of unleavened bread seven days.
And the children of Israel that were present kept the passover at that time, and the feast of unleavened bread seven days.
And the children of Israel that were found there, kept the phase at that time, and the feast of unleavened bread seven days.
The Israelis who were there celebrated the Passover Festival on that day, and for seven days they celebrated the Festival of Eating Unleavened Bread.
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Context — Josiah Restores the Passover
17The Israelites who were present also observed the Passover at that time, as well as the Feast of Unleavened Bread for seven days.
18No such Passover had been observed in Israel since the days of Samuel the prophet. None of the kings of Israel ever observed a Passover like the one that Josiah observed with the priests, the Levites, all Judah, the Israelites who were present, and the people of Jerusalem. 19In the eighteenth year of Josiah’s reign, this Passover was observed.Cross References
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| 1 | Exodus 12:15–20 | For seven days you must eat unleavened bread. On the first day you are to remove the leaven from your houses. Whoever eats anything leavened from the first day through the seventh must be cut off from Israel. On the first day you are to hold a sacred assembly, and another on the seventh day. You must not do any work on those days, except to prepare the meals—that is all you may do. So you are to keep the Feast of Unleavened Bread, for on this very day I brought your divisions out of the land of Egypt. You must keep this day as a permanent statute for the generations to come. In the first month you are to eat unleavened bread, from the evening of the fourteenth day until the evening of the twenty-first day. For seven days there must be no leaven found in your houses. If anyone eats something leavened, that person, whether a foreigner or native of the land, must be cut off from the congregation of Israel. You are not to eat anything leavened; eat unleavened bread in all your homes.” |
| 2 | 2 Chronicles 30:21–23 | The Israelites who were present in Jerusalem celebrated the Feast of Unleavened Bread for seven days with great joy, and the Levites and priests praised the LORD day after day, accompanied by loud instruments of praise to the LORD. And Hezekiah encouraged all the Levites who performed skillfully before the LORD. For seven days they ate their assigned portion, sacrificing fellowship offerings and giving thanks to the LORD, the God of their fathers. The whole assembly agreed to observe seven more days, so they observed seven days with joy. |
| 3 | Exodus 23:15 | You are to keep the Feast of Unleavened Bread as I commanded you: At the appointed time in the month of Abib you are to eat unleavened bread for seven days, because that was the month you came out of Egypt. No one may appear before Me empty-handed. |
| 4 | 1 Corinthians 5:7–8 | Get rid of the old leaven, that you may be a new unleavened batch, as you really are. For Christ, our Passover lamb, has been sacrificed. Therefore let us keep the feast, not with the old bread, leavened with malice and wickedness, but with the unleavened bread of sincerity and of truth. |
| 5 | Leviticus 23:5–8 | The Passover to the LORD begins at twilight on the fourteenth day of the first month. On the fifteenth day of the same month begins the Feast of Unleavened Bread to the LORD. For seven days you must eat unleavened bread. On the first day you are to hold a sacred assembly; you are not to do any regular work. For seven days you are to present an offering made by fire to the LORD. On the seventh day there shall be a sacred assembly; you must not do any regular work.’” |
| 6 | Deuteronomy 16:3–4 | You must not eat leavened bread with it; for seven days you are to eat with it unleavened bread, the bread of affliction, because you left the land of Egypt in haste—so that you may remember for the rest of your life the day you left the land of Egypt. No leaven is to be found in all your land for seven days, and none of the meat you sacrifice in the evening of the first day shall remain until morning. |
| 7 | Deuteronomy 16:8 | For six days you must eat unleavened bread, and on the seventh day you shall hold a solemn assembly to the LORD your God, and you must not do any work. |
| 8 | Exodus 34:18 | You are to keep the Feast of Unleavened Bread. For seven days at the appointed time in the month of Abib, you are to eat unleavened bread as I commanded you. For in the month of Abib you came out of Egypt. |
| 9 | Exodus 13:6–7 | For seven days you are to eat unleavened bread, and on the seventh day there shall be a feast to the LORD. Unleavened bread shall be eaten during those seven days. Nothing leavened may be found among you, nor shall leaven be found anywhere within your borders. |
| 10 | Numbers 28:16–25 | The fourteenth day of the first month is the LORD’s Passover. On the fifteenth day of this month, there shall be a feast; for seven days unleavened bread is to be eaten. On the first day there is to be a sacred assembly; you must not do any regular work. Present to the LORD an offering made by fire, a burnt offering of two young bulls, one ram, and seven male lambs a year old, all unblemished. The grain offering shall consist of fine flour mixed with oil; offer three-tenths of an ephah with each bull, two-tenths of an ephah with the ram, and a tenth of an ephah with each of the seven lambs. Include one male goat as a sin offering to make atonement for you. You are to present these in addition to the regular morning burnt offering. Offer the same food each day for seven days as an offering made by fire, a pleasing aroma to the LORD. It is to be offered with its drink offering and the regular burnt offering. On the seventh day you shall hold a sacred assembly; you must not do any regular work. |
2 Chronicles 35:17 Summary
This verse tells us that the Israelites who were present in Jerusalem at the time observed the Passover and the Feast of Unleavened Bread, just as God had commanded in Exodus 12:1-28 and Leviticus 23:5-8. This shows that they were committed to following God's instructions and honoring Him through their worship. We can learn from their example by prioritizing our own worship and obedience to God, as encouraged in John 14:15. By doing so, we can deepen our relationship with God and experience the joy and freedom that comes from following Him, as seen in Psalm 100:1-5.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the Israelites observing the Passover at this time?
The Israelites observing the Passover at this time signifies their obedience to God's commands, as seen in Exodus 12:1-28, and their desire to worship and honor Him, as encouraged in Deuteronomy 16:1-8.
Why is the Feast of Unleavened Bread mentioned alongside the Passover?
The Feast of Unleavened Bread is mentioned alongside the Passover because it is a closely related celebration, as seen in Leviticus 23:5-8, and together they commemorate the Israelites' deliverance from slavery in Egypt.
What can we learn from the Israelites' participation in these festivities?
We can learn from the Israelites' participation that corporate worship and celebration are essential aspects of the Christian life, as seen in Hebrews 10:24-25, and that obedience to God's commands is crucial for a healthy relationship with Him, as encouraged in John 14:15.
How does this verse relate to the overall narrative of 2 Chronicles?
This verse relates to the overall narrative of 2 Chronicles by highlighting King Josiah's efforts to reform Judah and restore the people's obedience to God's commands, as seen in 2 Chronicles 34:1-7, and demonstrating the people's response to these efforts, as seen in 2 Chronicles 35:1-19.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can participate in corporate worship and celebration in my own community, and how can I prioritize these activities in my life?
- How can I, like the Israelites, observe the commands of God in my daily life, and what are some practical steps I can take to do so?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to 'remove the leaven' of sin and disobedience, and how can I work to do so, as encouraged in 1 Corinthians 5:6-8?
- How can I, like King Josiah, be a leader and influencer in my own sphere, promoting obedience to God's commands and a passion for worship and celebration?
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The Feast of the Passover by Art Katz | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the significance of the Passover table and its connection to the redemption story of the Jewish people. The preacher emphasizes that the Pass |
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Does Association With Evil Defile? by A.E. Booth | A.E. Booth preaches about the importance of maintaining holiness and purity in the sight of God, drawing lessons from the Old Testament types and prophecies. He emphasizes the need |
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March 19. 1678. the Old Leaven. by Jane Lead | Jane Lead emphasizes the importance of removing all leaven from our lives, drawing parallels to the Feast of the Passover where no leaven is to be found. She urges her listeners to |
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