Leviticus 23:28

Arabic Simplified (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

اتْرُكُوا جَمِيعَ أعْمَالِكُمْ فِي هَذَا اليَوْمِ لِأنَّهُ عِيدُ الكَفَّارَةِ، لِلتَّكْفِيرِ عَنْكُمْ فِي حَضْرَةِ إلَهِكُمْ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Leviticus tells the Israelites not to work on the Day of Atonement because it's a special day for seeking God's forgiveness. God is speaking through Moses, emphasizing the importance of this holy day.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a day off from chores because on that day, you're supposed to clean up all the mistakes you've made and ask for forgiveness from God. That's what the Day of Atonement is like!

Historical Background

This verse was written by Moses around 1446-1406 BC to the Israelites. It was part of the covenant laws God gave to them. The Day of Atonement was a special day when the high priest would make sacrifices for the sins of the people.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, we can think of this verse as a reminder to take a break from our daily tasks to focus on our relationship with God and seek His forgiveness, perhaps through prayer or reflection.

Topics

• atonement
• forgiveness
• sacrifice
• holiness
• worship
• covenant

Related Verses

• Leviticus 16:29
• Numbers 29:7
• Psalm 51:1
• Hebrews 9:7
• Hebrews 10:18

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Day of Atonement still relevant for Christians?

While Christians don't observe the Day of Atonement in the same way as ancient Israelites, the concept of seeking forgiveness and atonement is still very relevant, especially through Jesus Christ.

What kinds of work are forbidden on the Day of Atonement?

The verse is broad, but it generally refers to any kind of work that would distract from seeking God's forgiveness, including physical labor and business activities.

How is the Day of Atonement celebrated today?

Today, some Jewish communities still celebrate the Day of Atonement with fasting, prayer, and repentance, focusing on seeking God's forgiveness for their sins.

What is the purpose of fasting on the Day of Atonement?

Fasting is a way to focus on prayer and repentance, symbolizing a turning away from sin and a return to God, making it a time of deep spiritual reflection and seeking forgiveness.