Exodus 35:2
Exodus 35:2 in Multiple Translations
For six days work may be done, but the seventh day shall be your holy day, a Sabbath of complete rest to the LORD. Whoever does any work on that day must be put to death.
Six days shall work be done, but on the seventh day there shall be to you an holy day, a sabbath of rest to the LORD: whosoever doeth work therein shall be put to death.
Six days shall work be done; but on the seventh day there shall be to you a holy day, a sabbath of solemn rest to Jehovah: whosoever doeth any work therein shall be put to death.
Six days let work be done, but the seventh day is to be a holy day to you, a Sabbath of rest to the Lord; whoever does any work on that day is to be put to death.
Six days you can work, but the seventh day is to be a holy Sabbath of rest to the Lord. Anyone who does any work on the Sabbath day must be killed.
Six dayes thou shalt work, but the seuenth day shall bee vnto you the holy Sabbath of rest vnto the Lord: whosoeuer doth any worke therein, shall die.
Six days is work done, and on the seventh day there is to you a holy [day], a sabbath of rest to Jehovah; any who doeth work in it is put to death;
‘Six days shall work be done, but on the seventh day there shall be a holy day for you, a Sabbath of solemn rest to the LORD: whoever does any work in it shall be put to death.
Six days shall work be done; but on the seventh day there shall be to you a holy day, a sabbath of rest to the LORD: whoever doth work therein shall be put to death.
Six days you shall do work: the seventh day shall be holy unto you, the sabbath, and the rest of the Lord: he that shall do any work on it, shall be put to death.
Each week you may work for six days, but on the seventh day you must rest. It is a sacred day, dedicated to Yahweh. Anyone who does any work on the seventh day must be executed.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 35:2
Study Notes — Exodus 35:2
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- Exodus 35:2 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Exodus 35:2
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 35:2
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Exodus 35:2
- Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 35:2
- Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 35:2
- Cambridge Bible on Exodus 35:2
- Barnes' Notes on Exodus 35:2
- Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 35:2
- Sermons on Exodus 35:2
Context — The Sabbath
2For six days work may be done, but the seventh day shall be your holy day, a Sabbath of complete rest to the LORD. Whoever does any work on that day must be put to death.
3Do not light a fire in any of your dwellings on the Sabbath day.” 4Moses also told the whole congregation of Israel, “This is what the LORD has commanded:Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Leviticus 23:3 | For six days work may be done, but the seventh day is a Sabbath of complete rest, a day of sacred assembly. You must not do any work; wherever you live, it is a Sabbath to the LORD. |
| 2 | Luke 13:14–15 | But the synagogue leader was indignant that Jesus had healed on the Sabbath. “There are six days for work,” he told the crowd. “So come and be healed on those days and not on the Sabbath.” “You hypocrites!” the Lord replied. “Does not each of you on the Sabbath untie his ox or donkey from the stall and lead it to water? |
| 3 | Exodus 20:9–10 | Six days you shall labor and do all your work, but the seventh day is a Sabbath to the LORD your God, on which you must not do any work—neither you, nor your son or daughter, nor your manservant or maidservant or livestock, nor the foreigner within your gates. |
| 4 | Exodus 34:21 | Six days you shall labor, but on the seventh day you shall rest; even in the seasons of plowing and harvesting, you must rest. |
| 5 | Numbers 15:32–36 | While the Israelites were in the wilderness, a man was found gathering wood on the Sabbath day. Those who found the man gathering wood brought him to Moses, Aaron, and the whole congregation, and because it had not been declared what should be done to him, they placed him in custody. And the LORD said to Moses, “The man must surely be put to death. The whole congregation is to stone him outside the camp.” So the whole congregation took the man outside the camp and stoned him to death, as the LORD had commanded Moses. |
| 6 | Hebrews 10:28–29 | Anyone who rejected the law of Moses died without mercy on the testimony of two or three witnesses. How much more severely do you think one deserves to be punished who has trampled on the Son of God, profaned the blood of the covenant that sanctified him, and insulted the Spirit of grace? |
| 7 | Exodus 31:13–16 | “Tell the Israelites, ‘Surely you must keep My Sabbaths, for this will be a sign between Me and you for the generations to come, so that you may know that I am the LORD who sanctifies you. Keep the Sabbath, for it is holy to you. Anyone who profanes it must surely be put to death. Whoever does any work on that day must be cut off from among his people. For six days work may be done, but the seventh day is a Sabbath of complete rest, holy to the LORD. Whoever does any work on the Sabbath day must surely be put to death. The Israelites must keep the Sabbath, celebrating it as a permanent covenant for the generations to come. |
| 8 | Exodus 23:12 | For six days you are to do your work, but on the seventh day you must cease, so that your ox and your donkey may rest and the son of your maidservant may be refreshed, as well as the foreign resident. |
| 9 | Deuteronomy 5:12–15 | Observe the Sabbath day by keeping it holy, as the LORD your God has commanded you. Six days you shall labor and do all your work, but the seventh day is a Sabbath to the LORD your God, on which you must not do any work—neither you, nor your son or daughter, nor your manservant or maidservant, nor your ox or donkey or any of your livestock, nor the foreigner within your gates, so that your manservant and maidservant may rest as you do. Remember that you were a slave in the land of Egypt, and that the LORD your God brought you out of there with a mighty hand and an outstretched arm. That is why the LORD your God has commanded you to keep the Sabbath day. |
| 10 | Hebrews 2:2–3 | For if the message spoken by angels was binding, and every transgression and disobedience received its just punishment, how shall we escape if we neglect such a great salvation? This salvation was first announced by the Lord, was confirmed to us by those who heard Him, |
Exodus 35:2 Summary
[This verse is saying that God wants us to work for six days, but on the seventh day, we need to rest and focus on Him. This is called the Sabbath day, and it's a special day to honor God and remember His creation, just like it says in Exodus 20:11. By resting on the Sabbath day, we can show God that we trust Him and depend on Him, and it's also a time for us to refresh our spirits and draw closer to Him, as seen in Psalm 23:1-3.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the Sabbath day so important to God?
The Sabbath day is a holy day of rest to the LORD, and it is important because it reminds us of God's creation and our dependence on Him, as seen in Exodus 20:11, which says that God rested on the seventh day after creating the world.
What happens if someone works on the Sabbath day?
According to Exodus 35:2, whoever does any work on the Sabbath day must be put to death, emphasizing the seriousness of disobeying God's command to rest on this day.
Is the Sabbath day still relevant for Christians today?
While the specific regulations about the Sabbath day are part of the Old Covenant, the principle of resting and honoring God is still relevant, as seen in Hebrews 4:9-10, which talks about entering into God's rest.
How can we apply the concept of the Sabbath day in our modern lives?
We can apply the concept of the Sabbath day by setting aside time to rest, worship, and focus on God, as Jesus taught in Mark 2:27, saying that the Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can prioritize rest and worship in my own life, just like God commanded the Israelites to do on the Sabbath day?
- How can I balance my work and other responsibilities with the need to rest and honor God?
- What are some things that I can do on my day of rest to refresh my spirit and draw closer to God?
- In what ways can I use my day of rest to serve and bless others, just as Jesus did on the Sabbath day?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 35:2
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 35:2
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Exodus 35:2
Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 35:2
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 35:2
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 35:2
Barnes' Notes on Exodus 35:2
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 35:2
Sermons on Exodus 35:2
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Bristol Conference 1975-14 Nehemiah by Stan Ford | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility and contribution to the fellowship of believers. He uses the analogy of selling fish, even though |
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Jesus Interprets the Law by Paul Bramsen | Paul Bramsen preaches about the wisdom of interpreting daily experiences, making personal rules for living, considering others' experiences, and ultimately obeying the words of God |
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True Treasure by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of putting God's work above our own desires and needs. He highlights the biblical teaching of working hard for our current ne |
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Honoring the Sabbath by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of honoring the Sabbath and how it has personally impacted his life. He emphasizes that while many people may value the legal s |
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Three Marks of New Convenant Life by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not turning back and instead, pressing forward to win the battle and conquer new territories. He encourages the audience to |
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The Sabbath & Sabbatarianism by J.I. Packer | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of Christian liberty in relation to the Fourth Commandment. He explains that the reformers believed that apart from attending wor |
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Grumbling and Complaining - Part 1 by Keith Green | Keith Green addresses the dangers of grumbling and complaining, emphasizing how such attitudes anger God and burden spiritual leaders. He highlights the contrast between the Old an |







