Jubilee! The very word sounds celebratory . . . and it is. In this chapter, God prescribes a time of rest and celebration over His goodness every 7 years, with a 'super celebration' every 50. During these times the land and the people enjoy rest. God promises blessing enough to supply for all needs during this time of inactivity. Part of the celebration included the release of debt and the return of sold inherited property, so that the land would always remain in the hands of those to whom it was given. All this was to point to the reality of God's provision over every aspect of Israel's life.
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