Leviticus 23:44
Leviticus 23:44 in Multiple Translations
So Moses announced to the Israelites the appointed feasts of the LORD.
And Moses declared unto the children of Israel the feasts of the LORD.
And Moses declared unto the children of Israel the set feasts of Jehovah.
And Moses made clear to the children of Israel the orders about the fixed feasts of the Lord.
So Moses told the Israelites all about the Lord's festivals.
So Moses declared vnto the children of Israel the feastes of the Lord.
And Moses speaketh [concerning] the appointed seasons of Jehovah unto the sons of Israel.
So Moses declared to the children of Israel the appointed feasts of the LORD.
And Moses declared to the children of Israel the feasts of the LORD.
And Moses spoke concerning the feasts of the Lord to the children of Israel.
So Moses/I gave to the Israeli people all those instructions concerning the festivals that Yahweh wanted them to celebrate each year.
Berean Amplified Bible — Leviticus 23:44
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Leviticus 23:44 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יְדַבֵּ֣ר
מֹשֶׁ֔ה
אֶת
מֹעֲדֵ֖י
יְהוָ֑ה
אֶל
בְּנֵ֖י
יִשְׂרָאֵֽל
וַ/יְדַבֵּ֣ר
dâbar
H1696
to speak
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms
מֹשֶׁ֔ה
Môsheh
H4872
Moses
N-proper
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
מֹעֲדֵ֖י
môwʻêd
H4150
meeting
N-mp
יְהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
בְּנֵ֖י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
יִשְׂרָאֵֽל
Yisrâʼêl
H3478
Israel
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 23:44
וַ/יְדַבֵּ֣ר
dâbar
H1696
"to speak"
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms
To speak or communicate, like God speaking to Moses in Exodus or a king commanding his people. It can also mean to promise or warn someone.
Definition: : speak/tell/command 1) to speak, declare, converse, command, promise, warn, threaten, sing 1a) (Qal) to speak 1b) (Niphal) to speak with one another, talk 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to speak 1c2) to promise 1d) (Pual) to be spoken 1e) (Hithpael) to speak 1f) (Hiphil) to lead away, put to flight
Usage: Occurs in 1049 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work. See also: Genesis 8:15; Exodus 12:25; Leviticus 23:9.
מֹשֶׁ֔ה
Môsheh
H4872
"Moses"
N-proper
Moses, the Israelite leader, was born to Amram and Jochebed and led the Exodus from Egypt. He received the law from God and is considered a key figure in the Bible. Moses means 'drawn' in Hebrew.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.2.10; son of: Amram (H6019) and Jochebed (H3115); brother of: Aaron (H0175) and Miriam (H4813); married to Zipporah (H6855); father of: Gershom (H1647) and Eliezer (H0461H); also called Manasseh at Jdg.18.30(?) § Moses = "drawn" the prophet and lawgiver, leader of the exodus
Usage: Occurs in 704 OT verses. KJV: Moses. See also: Exodus 2:10; Exodus 13:1; Exodus 32:21.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
מֹעֲדֵ֖י
môwʻêd
H4150
"meeting"
N-mp
This Hebrew word refers to a meeting or appointed time, often for a sacred season or festival, like the tent of meeting in Exodus. It can also mean an assembly or congregation. In the Bible, it is used to describe the Israelites' gatherings and celebrations.
Definition: : meeting 1) appointed place, appointed time, meeting 1a) appointed time 1a1) appointed time (general) 1a2) sacred season, set feast, appointed season 1b) appointed meeting 1c) appointed place 1d) appointed sign or signal 1e) tent of meeting
Usage: Occurs in 213 OT verses. KJV: appointed (sign, time), (place of, solemn) assembly, congregation, (set, solemn) feast, (appointed, due) season, solemn(-ity), synogogue, (set) time (appointed). See also: Genesis 1:14; Numbers 4:31; Psalms 74:4.
יְהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
בְּנֵ֖י
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
יִשְׂרָאֵֽל
Yisrâʼêl
H3478
"Israel"
N-proper
Israel is the symbolic name of Jacob, also referring to his descendants. Jacob, son of Isaac and Rebekah, had 12 sons who became the tribes of Israel, as told in Genesis 25:26. His story is crucial to the Bible's narrative.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.25.26; son of: Isaac (H3327) and Rebekah (H7259); brother of: Esau (H6215); married to Rachel (H7354), Leah (H3812), Zilpah (H2153) and Bilhah (H1090A); father of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074), Dinah (H1783), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); also called Jacob frequently § Israel = "God prevails" 1) the second name for Jacob given to him by God after his wrestling with the angel at Peniel 2) the name of the descendants and the nation of the descendants of Jacob 2a) the name of the nation until the death of Solomon and the split 2b) the name used and given to the northern kingdom consisting of the 10 tribes under Jeroboam; the southern kingdom was known as Judah 2c) the name of the nation after the return from exile
Usage: Occurs in 2231 OT verses. KJV: Israel. See also: Genesis 32:29; Exodus 13:18; Exodus 40:38.
Study Notes — Leviticus 23:44
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- Leviticus 23:44 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 23:44
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 23:44
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 23:44
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 23:44
- Barnes' Notes on Leviticus 23:44
- Sermons on Leviticus 23:44
Context — The Feast of Tabernacles
42You are to dwell in booths for seven days. All the native-born of Israel must dwell in booths,
43so that your descendants may know that I made the Israelites dwell in booths when I brought them out of the land of Egypt. I am the LORD your God.’”
44So Moses announced to the Israelites the appointed feasts of the LORD.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Leviticus 23:1–2 | Then the LORD said to Moses, “Speak to the Israelites and say to them, ‘These are My appointed feasts, the feasts of the LORD that you are to proclaim as sacred assemblies. |
| 2 | Matthew 18:20 | For where two or three gather together in My name, there am I with them.” |
| 3 | Leviticus 21:24 | Moses told this to Aaron and his sons and to all the Israelites. |
Leviticus 23:44 Summary
This verse, Leviticus 23:44, tells us that Moses shared with the Israelites the special times and celebrations that God had instructed them to observe, like the Feast of Booths. These feasts were important because they helped the Israelites remember God's love and care for them, as seen in Leviticus 23:1-43. Just like the Israelites, we can learn to trust and obey God by remembering His goodness and faithfulness, as mentioned in Psalms 107:1 and Jeremiah 31:3. By following God's instructions and celebrating His love, we can deepen our relationship with Him and find joy in our walk with Him.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the appointed feasts of the Lord mentioned in Leviticus 23:44?
The appointed feasts of the Lord refer to the sacred gatherings and celebrations instructed by God, such as the Feast of Booths, the Feast of Unleavened Bread, and the Day of Atonement, as outlined in Leviticus 23:1-44 and also mentioned in other books like Deuteronomy 16:1-17 and Numbers 28:1-29:40.
Why did Moses announce the appointed feasts of the Lord to the Israelites?
Moses announced the appointed feasts of the Lord to the Israelites so they would know and observe the sacred times and rituals, just as God had commanded, as seen in Leviticus 23:1-2 and Exodus 12:1-28.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the chapter?
This verse serves as a conclusion to the instructions about the appointed feasts of the Lord, which were given to Moses to pass on to the Israelites, as seen in the preceding verses, Leviticus 23:1-43, where God gives the instructions and Moses is the mediator.
What is the significance of Moses' role in announcing the appointed feasts?
Moses' role in announcing the appointed feasts highlights his position as a mediator between God and the Israelites, as seen in Exodus 19:1-25 and Deuteronomy 5:1-33, where he receives God's instructions and passes them on to the people.
Reflection Questions
- What role do spiritual celebrations and gatherings play in my life, and how can I prioritize them?
- How can I, like Moses, be a faithful messenger of God's instructions and plans to those around me?
- In what ways can I observe the principles behind the appointed feasts, such as gratitude, remembrance, and dedication to God, in my daily life?
- What can I learn from the Israelites' experience of receiving and responding to God's instructions, as seen in this verse and the surrounding context?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 23:44
And Moses declared unto the children of Israel the feasts of the Lord. The several feasts before recited, the order of them, the manner of observing them, and the time.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 23:44
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 23:44
(44) And Moses declared.—In accordance with the command which Moses received (see Leviticus 23:2), he explained to the children of Israel the number and motive of these festivals. This verse therefore forms an appropriate conclusion to the whole chapter.
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 23:44
44. Conclusion supplied by P.
Barnes' Notes on Leviticus 23:44
Feasts - Appointed times. See Leviticus 23:2 note.
Sermons on Leviticus 23:44
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Feasts of Jehovah Passover by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of three days and three nights in relation to Jesus' resurrection. He explains that according to Jewish reckoning, a part of a day |
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(Through the Bible) Leviticus 21-24 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing that each community has its own unique characteristics and that God has a specific plan to reach each community |
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The Eternal Spirit the Promised Power by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of preaching the word of God and the conviction it brings upon sinners. He references the story of Peter preaching to a crowd, |
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(Through the Bible) Leviticus by Zac Poonen | This sermon delves into the book of Leviticus, highlighting the importance of understanding God's heart behind the detailed instructions given. It emphasizes the themes of holiness |
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The Basis of Oneness by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of corporate oneness among God's people, illustrated through the Feasts of the Lord in Leviticus. He explains that these feasts represe |
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The Feasts Leviticus 23 by John Nelson Darby | John Nelson Darby emphasizes the significance of the feasts outlined in Leviticus 23, interpreting them as earthly representations of spiritual truths. He explains that these feast |
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Hints on the Feasts of Jehovah by John Nelson Darby | John Nelson Darby explores the significance of the Feasts of Jehovah as outlined in Leviticus and Deuteronomy, emphasizing their role in gathering the people around God for holy co |