Leviticus 23:35
Leviticus 23:35 in Multiple Translations
On the first day there shall be a sacred assembly. You must not do any regular work.
On the first day shall be an holy convocation: ye shall do no servile work therein.
On the first day shall be a holy convocation: ye shall do no servile work.
On the first day there will be a holy meeting: do no field-work.
On the first day have a holy meeting. You must not do any of your usual work.
In the first day shalbe an holie conuocation: ye shall do no seruile worke therein.
on the first day [is] a holy convocation, ye do no servile work,
On the first day shall be a holy convocation. You shall do no regular work.
On the first day shall be a holy convocation: ye shall do no servile work in it .
The first day shall be called most solemn and most holy: you shall do no servile work therein. And seven days you shall offer holocausts to the Lord.
On the first day of that festival, the people must gather together to worship me, and they must not do any regular work on that day.
Berean Amplified Bible — Leviticus 23:35
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Leviticus 23:35 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בַּ/יּ֥וֹם
הָ/רִאשׁ֖וֹן
מִקְרָא
קֹ֑דֶשׁ
כָּל
מְלֶ֥אכֶת
עֲבֹדָ֖ה
לֹ֥א
תַעֲשֽׂוּ
בַּ/יּ֥וֹם
yôwm
H3117
day
Prep | N-ms
הָ/רִאשׁ֖וֹן
riʼshôwn
H7223
first
Art | Adj
מִקְרָא
miqrâʼ
H4744
assembly
N-ms
קֹ֑דֶשׁ
qôdesh
H6944
Holy Place
N-ms
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
מְלֶ֥אכֶת
mᵉlâʼkâh
H4399
work
N-fs
עֲבֹדָ֖ה
ʻăbôdâh
H5656
service
N-fs
לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
תַעֲשֽׂוּ
ʻâsâh
H6213
to make
V-Qal-Imperf-2mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 23:35
בַּ/יּ֥וֹם
yôwm
H3117
"day"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word 'yom' refers to a day, which can be a literal 24-hour period or a figurative space of time. It is used in the Bible to describe a wide range of time periods, from a single day to a year or a lifetime. The word 'yom' is used in many different contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: : day/when/time/period 1) day, time, year 1a) day (as opposed to night) 1b) day (24 hour period) 1b1) as defined by evening and morning in Genesis 1 1b2) as a division of time 1b2a) a working day, a day's journey 1c) days, lifetime (pl.) 1d) time, period (general) 1e) year 1f) temporal references 1f1) today 1f2) yesterday 1f3) tomorrow
Usage: Occurs in 1930 OT verses. KJV: age, [phrase] always, [phrase] chronicals, continually(-ance), daily, ((birth-), each, to) day, (now a, two) days (agone), [phrase] elder, [idiom] end, [phrase] evening, [phrase] (for) ever(-lasting, -more), [idiom] full, life, as (so) long as (... live), (even) now, [phrase] old, [phrase] outlived, [phrase] perpetually, presently, [phrase] remaineth, [idiom] required, season, [idiom] since, space, then, (process of) time, [phrase] as at other times, [phrase] in trouble, weather, (as) when, (a, the, within a) while (that), [idiom] whole ([phrase] age), (full) year(-ly), [phrase] younger. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 33:13; Exodus 23:15.
הָ/רִאשׁ֖וֹן
riʼshôwn
H7223
"first"
Art | Adj
This word means 'first' or 'primary', referring to something that comes before others in time, place, or rank. It is used to describe the first or most important thing in a series or list.
Definition: : first adj 1) first, primary, former 1a) former (of time) 1a1) ancestors 1a2) former things 1b) foremost (of location) 1c) first (in time) 1d) first, chief (in degree) adv 2) first, before, formerly, at first
Usage: Occurs in 174 OT verses. KJV: ancestor, (that were) before(-time), beginning, eldest, first, fore(-father) (-most), former (thing), of old time, past. See also: Genesis 8:13; 1 Chronicles 27:3; Psalms 79:8.
מִקְרָא
miqrâʼ
H4744
"assembly"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word refers to a public gathering or assembly, like a convocation or sacred meeting. It is used to describe a calling together of people for a specific purpose. The word is used in various contexts, including religious and community gatherings.
Definition: 1) convocation, convoking, reading, a calling together 1a) convocation, sacred assembly 1b) convoking 1c) reading
Usage: Occurs in 22 OT verses. KJV: assembly, calling, convocation, reading. See also: Exodus 12:16; Leviticus 23:37; Isaiah 1:13.
קֹ֑דֶשׁ
qôdesh
H6944
"Holy Place"
N-ms
The Holy Place refers to a sacred or set-apart area, like the temple in Jerusalem. It is a place of sanctity and holiness, where God is worshipped. The Bible describes it as a place of reverence and awe.
Definition: This name means apartness, holiness, sacredness Also named: hagion (ἅγιον "Holy Place" G0039)
Usage: Occurs in 380 OT verses. KJV: consecrated (thing), dedicated (thing), hallowed (thing), holiness, ([idiom] most) holy ([idiom] day, portion, thing), saint, sanctuary. See also: Exodus 3:5; Leviticus 23:4; 1 Chronicles 26:26.
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
מְלֶ֥אכֶת
mᵉlâʼkâh
H4399
"work"
N-fs
Means work or employment, like a job or business, and is used to describe someone's occupation or the result of their labor, as seen in the Bible's description of various professions and industries.
Definition: 1) occupation, work, business 1a) occupation, business 1b) property 1c) work (something done or made) 1d) workmanship 1e) service, use 1f) public business 1f1) political 1f2) religious
Usage: Occurs in 149 OT verses. KJV: business, [phrase] cattle, [phrase] industrious, occupation, ([phrase] -pied), [phrase] officer, thing (made), use, (manner of) work((-man), -manship). See also: Genesis 2:2; 1 Chronicles 9:13; Psalms 73:28.
עֲבֹדָ֖ה
ʻăbôdâh
H5656
"service"
N-fs
This Hebrew word means service or work, including serving God or others. It appears in various forms in the Bible, such as in Exodus and Deuteronomy, to describe labor or ministry.
Definition: : service[as_servant/slave] 1) labour, service 1a) labour, work 1b) labour (of servant or slave) 1c) labour, service (of captives or subjects) 1d) service (of God)
Usage: Occurs in 125 OT verses. KJV: act, bondage, [phrase] bondservant, effect, labour, ministering(-try), office, service(-ile, -itude), tillage, use, work, [idiom] wrought. See also: Genesis 29:27; Numbers 18:6; Psalms 104:14.
לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
תַעֲשֽׂוּ
ʻâsâh
H6213
"to make"
V-Qal-Imperf-2mp
This verb means to make or do something, and is used over 2,600 times in the Bible. It is first used in Genesis 1:7 to describe God's creation of the world and is also used in Exodus 31:5 to describe the work of skilled craftsmen.
Definition: : make(OBJECT) 1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to do, work, make, produce 1a1a) to do 1a1b) to work 1a1c) to deal (with) 1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect 1a2) to make 1a2a) to make 1a2b) to produce 1a2c) to prepare 1a2d) to make (an offering) 1a2e) to attend to, put in order 1a2f) to observe, celebrate 1a2g) to acquire (property) 1a2h) to appoint, ordain, institute 1a2i) to bring about 1a2j) to use 1a2k) to spend, pass 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be done 1b2) to be made 1b3) to be produced 1b4) to be offered 1b5) to be observed 1b6) to be used 1c) (Pual) to be made
Usage: Occurs in 2286 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 34:19; Exodus 18:24.
Study Notes — Leviticus 23:35
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Context — The Feast of Tabernacles
33And the LORD said to Moses,
34“Speak to the Israelites and say, ‘On the fifteenth day of the seventh month the Feast of Tabernacles to the LORD begins, and it continues for seven days.
35On the first day there shall be a sacred assembly. You must not do any regular work.
36For seven days you are to present a food offering to the LORD. On the eighth day you are to hold a sacred assembly and present a food offering to the LORD. It is a solemn assembly; you must not do any regular work. 37These are the LORD’s appointed feasts, which you are to proclaim as sacred assemblies for presenting food offerings to the LORD—burnt offerings and grain offerings, sacrifices and drink offerings, each on its designated day.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Leviticus 23:24–25 | “Speak to the Israelites and say, ‘On the first day of the seventh month you are to have a day of rest, a sacred assembly announced by trumpet blasts. You must not do any regular work, but you are to present an offering made by fire to the LORD.’” |
| 2 | Leviticus 23:7–8 | 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.’” |
Leviticus 23:35 Summary
Leviticus 23:35 tells us that on the first day of the Feast of Tabernacles, the Israelites were to gather for a sacred assembly and not do any regular work. This was a special time for them to focus on worshiping and thanking God for His provision and care. Just like the Israelites, we can set aside time to rest and focus on God, remembering that He is our provider and sustainer (as seen in Matthew 6:25-34). By prioritizing our relationship with God, we can experience the joy and peace that comes from worshiping and trusting in Him.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the first day of the Feast of Tabernacles?
The first day of the Feast of Tabernacles, as mentioned in Leviticus 23:35, marks the beginning of a week-long celebration where the Israelites would gather to worship and give thanks to God, much like the instruction to observe the Sabbath in Exodus 20:8-11. This feast was a time of great joy and celebration, commemorating God's provision and care for His people.
Why were the Israelites commanded not to do any regular work on the first day of the Feast of Tabernacles?
The command not to do any regular work, as seen in Leviticus 23:35, was given so that the Israelites could focus on worship, rest, and celebration, setting aside their daily tasks to honor God, similar to the principle behind the Sabbath rest in Deuteronomy 5:12-15.
How does the concept of a sacred assembly apply to Christians today?
While the specific command to observe the Feast of Tabernacles was given to the Israelites, the principle of gathering for worship and setting aside time to focus on God is still relevant for Christians today, as seen in Hebrews 10:24-25, where believers are encouraged to gather together to spur one another on in love and good deeds.
What can we learn from the Israelites' practice of presenting offerings by fire to the Lord during the Feast of Tabernacles?
The practice of presenting offerings by fire, as mentioned in Leviticus 23:36, demonstrates the Israelites' desire to honor and worship God, and it serves as a reminder for Christians today of the importance of sacrificing our time, resources, and lives to serve and worship God, as encouraged in Romans 12:1-2.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can set aside time to focus on worship and rest, just as the Israelites did during the Feast of Tabernacles?
- How can I prioritize my relationship with God and make time for Him in my busy schedule?
- What are some things in my life that I can 'lay down' or sacrifice in order to serve and worship God more fully?
- In what ways can I use my resources and talents to serve and honor God, just as the Israelites presented offerings to Him during the Feast of Tabernacles?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 23:35
On the first day [shall be] an holy convocation,.... When they should be called together to holy exercises, to prayer, praising, and reading the law; and at this present time they observe this day,
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 23:35
And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, The feast of tabernacles , [ chag (H2282) ha-Cukowt (H5521), festival of the booths (see the notes at Exodus 23:16; Exodus 34:22, where it is called, chag
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 23:35
(35) on the first day shall be an holy convocation.—At daybreak of this day one of the priests, accompanied by a jubilant procession and a band of music, went with a golden pitcher to the pool of Siloam, and having filled it with water, returned with it to the Temple in time to join his brother-priests in the morning sacrifices. He entered from the south through the water-gate, when he was welcomed by three blasts of the trumpets. He then ascended the steps of the altar with another priest, who carried a pitcher of wine for the drink offering. The two priests turned to the left of the altar, where two silver basins were fixed with holes at the bottom, and simultaneously poured into their respective basins the water and the wine in such a manner that both were emptied at the same time upon the base of the altar. This ceremony of drawing the water was repeated every morning during the seven days of the festival. Another jubilant multitude, who went outside Jerusalem at the same time to gather willows, now returned. With great rejoicings and amidst blasts of trumpets they carried the willows into the Temple, and placed them at the altar in such a manner that their tops overhung and formed a kind of canopy. Ye shall do no servile work therein.—For the difference between servile and necessary work see Leviticus 23:7.
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 23:35
23–36. Three festivals, the Blowing of Trumpets, the Day of Atonement, the Feast of Tabernacles (P).
Sermons on Leviticus 23:35
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The New Man the Crucified Life by Ulf Oldenburg | This sermon emphasizes the imminent return of Yeshua (Jesus) and the significance of being prepared for His coming. It delves into the symbolism of various biblical feasts, such as |
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The Feasts of Jehovah 01 the Sabbath by John W. Bramhall | In this sermon, the speaker provides an outline of the book of Leviticus and its spiritual application to our lives today. The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding th |