Deuteronomy · Chapter 11 King James Version

Deuteronomy 11:13

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The Scripture

(13) And it shall come to pass, if ye shall hearken diligently unto my commandments which I command you this day, to love the LORD your God, and to serve him with all your heart and with all your soul,
Chapter overview (whole chapter)

In this chapter God commands the Israelites to observe the Sabbath as a day of rest and holiness, forbidding them from laboring or carrying burdens. He also instructs them not to sell or trade on that day, emphasizing that the Sabbath is a sacred time to honor Him. The passage underscores the importance of obedience to divine commands for peace and covenant fulfillment.

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