Leviticus 23:44
New International Version
So Moses announced to the Israelites the appointed festivals of the LORD.

New Living Translation
So Moses gave the Israelites these instructions regarding the annual festivals of the LORD.

English Standard Version
Thus Moses declared to the people of Israel the appointed feasts of the LORD.

Berean Standard Bible
So Moses announced to the Israelites the appointed feasts of the LORD.

King James Bible
And Moses declared unto the children of Israel the feasts of the LORD.

New King James Version
So Moses declared to the children of Israel the feasts of the LORD.

New American Standard Bible
So Moses declared to the sons of Israel the appointed times of the LORD.

NASB 1995
So Moses declared to the sons of Israel the appointed times of the LORD.

NASB 1977
So Moses declared to the sons of Israel the appointed times of the LORD.

Legacy Standard Bible
So Moses spoke to the sons of Israel the appointed times of Yahweh.

Amplified Bible
So Moses declared to the Israelites the appointed feasts of the LORD.

Christian Standard Bible
So Moses declared the LORD’s appointed times to the Israelites.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
So Moses declared the LORD’s appointed times to the Israelites.

American Standard Version
And Moses declared unto the children of Israel the set feasts of Jehovah.

Contemporary English Version
This is how Moses instructed the people of Israel to celebrate the LORD's festivals.

English Revised Version
And Moses declared unto the children of Israel the set feasts of the LORD.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
So Moses told the Israelites about the LORD's appointed festivals.

Good News Translation
So in this way Moses gave the people of Israel the regulations for observing the religious festivals to honor the LORD.

International Standard Version
This is what Moses spoke about to the Israelis regarding the LORD's appointed festivals.

Majority Standard Bible
So Moses announced to the Israelites the appointed feasts of the LORD.

NET Bible
So Moses spoke to the Israelites about the appointed times of the LORD.

New Heart English Bible
Moses declared to the children of Israel the appointed feasts of the LORD.

Webster's Bible Translation
And Moses declared to the children of Israel the feasts of the LORD.

World English Bible
So Moses declared to the children of Israel the appointed feasts of Yahweh.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Moses speaks to the sons of Israel [concerning] the appointed times of YHWH.

Young's Literal Translation
And Moses speaketh concerning the appointed seasons of Jehovah unto the sons of Israel.

Smith's Literal Translation
And Moses will speak the appointments of Jehovah to the sons of Israel.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Moses spoke concerning the feasts of the Lord to the children of Israel.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And Moses spoke about the solemnities of the Lord to the sons of Israel.

New American Bible
Thus did Moses announce to the Israelites the festivals of the LORD.

New Revised Standard Version
Thus Moses declared to the people of Israel the appointed festivals of the LORD.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And Moses declared to the children of Israel the feasts of the LORD.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Moshe told the children of Israel the festivals of LORD JEHOVAH.'"
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And Moses declared unto the children of Israel the appointed seasons of the LORD.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Moses recounted the feasts of the Lord to the children of Israel.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Feast of Tabernacles
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
Nehemiah 8:14-18
And they found written in the Law, which the LORD had commanded through Moses, that the Israelites were to dwell in booths during the feast of the seventh month, / and that they should proclaim this message and spread it throughout their towns and in Jerusalem, saying, “Go out to the hill country and bring back branches of olive, wild olive, myrtle, palm, and other leafy trees, to make booths, as it is written.” / And the people went out, brought back branches, and made booths on their own rooftops, in their courtyards, in the courts of the house of God, and in the squares by the Water Gate and by the Gate of Ephraim. ...

Numbers 29:12-40
On the fifteenth day of the seventh month, you are to hold a sacred assembly; you must not do any regular work, and you shall observe a feast to the LORD for seven days. / As a pleasing aroma to the LORD, you are to present a food offering, a burnt offering of thirteen young bulls, two rams, and fourteen male lambs a year old, all unblemished, / along with the grain offering of three-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with oil with each of the thirteen bulls, two-tenths of an ephah with each of the two rams, ...

Deuteronomy 16:13-15
You are to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles for seven days after you have gathered the produce of your threshing floor and your winepress. / And you shall rejoice in your feast—you, your sons and daughters, your menservants and maidservants, and the Levite, as well as the foreigner, the fatherless, and the widows among you. / For seven days you shall celebrate a feast to the LORD your God in the place He will choose, because the LORD your God will bless you in all your produce and in all the work of your hands, so that your joy will be complete.

Exodus 23:16
You are also to keep the Feast of Harvest with the firstfruits of the produce from what you sow in the field. And keep the Feast of Ingathering at the end of the year, when you gather your produce from the field.

Exodus 34:22
And you are to celebrate the Feast of Weeks with the firstfruits of the wheat harvest, and the Feast of Ingathering at the turn of the year.

Zechariah 14:16-19
Then all the survivors from the nations that came against Jerusalem will go up year after year to worship the King, the LORD of Hosts, and to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles. / And should any of the families of the earth not go up to Jerusalem to worship the King, the LORD of Hosts, then the rain will not fall on them. / And if the people of Egypt will not go up and enter in, then the rain will not fall on them; this will be the plague with which the LORD strikes the nations who do not go up to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles. ...

John 7:2
However, the Jewish Feast of Tabernacles was near.

John 7:37-39
On the last and greatest day of the feast, Jesus stood up and called out in a loud voice, “If anyone is thirsty, let him come to Me and drink. / Whoever believes in Me, as the Scripture has said: ‘Streams of living water will flow from within him.’” / He was speaking about the Spirit, whom those who believed in Him were later to receive. For the Spirit had not yet been given, because Jesus had not yet been glorified.

2 Chronicles 8:13
He observed the daily requirement for offerings according to the commandment of Moses for Sabbaths, New Moons, and the three annual appointed feasts—the Feast of Unleavened Bread, the Feast of Weeks, and the Feast of Tabernacles.

1 Kings 8:2
And all the men of Israel came together to King Solomon at the feast in the seventh month, the month of Ethanim.

1 Kings 8:65
So at that time Solomon and all Israel with him—a great assembly of people from Lebo-hamath to the Brook of Egypt—kept the feast before the LORD our God for seven days and seven more days—fourteen days in all.

2 Chronicles 7:8-10
So at that time Solomon and all Israel with him—a very great assembly of people from Lebo-hamath to the Brook of Egypt—kept the feast for seven days. / On the eighth day they held a solemn assembly, for the dedication of the altar had lasted seven days, and the feast seven days more. / On the twenty-third day of the seventh month, Solomon sent the people away to their homes, joyful and glad of heart for the good things that the LORD had done for David, for Solomon, and for His people Israel.

Ezra 3:4
They also celebrated the Feast of Tabernacles in accordance with what is written, and they offered burnt offerings daily based on the number prescribed for each day.

Deuteronomy 31:10-13
Then Moses commanded them, “At the end of every seven years, at the appointed time in the year of remission of debt, during the Feast of Tabernacles, / when all Israel comes before the LORD your God at the place He will choose, you are to read this law in the hearing of all Israel. / Assemble the people—men, women, children, and the foreigners within your gates—so that they may listen and learn to fear the LORD your God and to follow carefully all the words of this law. ...

Matthew 17:4
Peter said to Jesus, “Lord, it is good for us to be here. If You wish, I will put up three shelters—one for You, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.”


Treasury of Scripture

And Moses declared to the children of Israel the feasts of the LORD.

Leviticus 23:1,2
And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, …

Matthew 18:20
For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.

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Leviticus 23
1. The feasts of the Lord
3. the Sabbath
4. The Passover
9. The sheaf of firstfruits
15. The feast of Pentecost
22. Gleanings to be left for the poor
23. The feast of trumpets
26. The day of atonement
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So Moses announced
The phrase begins with "So," indicating a conclusion or result of previous instructions given by God. "Moses" is the central human figure in the Pentateuch, serving as the mediator between God and the Israelites. The Hebrew root for "announced" is "dabar," which means to speak or declare. This highlights Moses' role as a prophet and leader, faithfully communicating God's commands to His people. His announcement is not merely a relaying of information but a divine proclamation, underscoring the importance of obedience and reverence to God's word.

to the Israelites
The term "Israelites" refers to the descendants of Jacob, also known as Israel. This designation emphasizes their identity as God's chosen people, set apart to live according to His statutes. Historically, the Israelites were a nomadic people at this time, journeying through the wilderness. The context of their identity is crucial, as it reminds them of their covenant relationship with God, which is central to their existence and purpose. The feasts Moses announces are not just cultural events but are deeply tied to their identity and spiritual heritage.

the appointed feasts
The Hebrew word for "appointed" is "moed," which means a set time or season. "Feasts" in Hebrew is "chag," indicating a festival or celebration. These appointed feasts are divinely ordained times for worship, reflection, and community gathering. They serve as reminders of God's provision, deliverance, and promises. Each feast has its own significance, rooted in historical events and spiritual truths. They are not arbitrary but are carefully designed by God to teach, remind, and draw His people closer to Him.

of the LORD
The phrase "of the LORD" signifies ownership and origin. The feasts are not human inventions but are instituted by Yahweh, the covenant-keeping God. This underscores the sacredness and authority of these celebrations. The use of "LORD" in all caps in the BSB indicates the translation of the Tetragrammaton, YHWH, God's personal and covenantal name. It is a reminder of His eternal presence, faithfulness, and sovereignty. The feasts are thus acts of worship directed towards God, acknowledging His lordship and grace.

(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.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
So Moses
מֹשֶׁ֔ה (mō·šeh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4872: Moses -- a great Israelite leader, prophet and lawgiver

announced
וַיְדַבֵּ֣ר (way·ḏab·bêr)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1696: To arrange, to speak, to subdue

to
אֶל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

the Israelites
בְּנֵ֖י (bə·nê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

the appointed [feasts]
מֹעֲדֵ֖י (mō·‘ă·ḏê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 4150: Appointed time, place, or meeting

of the LORD.
יְהוָ֑ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel


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