1. Leviticus 16:31 (ESV)
  2. Exposition

What is the second element of responsibility?

Leviticus 16:31 (ESV)

31 It is a Sabbath of solemn rest to you, and you shall afflict yourselves; it is a statute forever.

The people, both Israelites and sojourners, were required not to work. The day is called a Sabbath. The term “rest" shares the same root as the word Sabbath. Literally, the phrase can read, It is a Sabbath of solemn Sabbath. This highlights the holy nature of the day.