Translations
Modern
Everyone must appear with a gift as he is able, according to the blessing the LORD your God has given you.
Traditional
Every man shall give as he is able, according to the blessing of the Lord thy God which he hath given thee.
Literal
…a man as he is able, according to the blessing of YHWH your God that He has given you.
Latin
…sed offeret unusquisque secundum quod habuerit juxta benedictionem Domini Dei sui, quam dederit ei.
Original
Hebrew
English
Everyone must appear with a gift as he is able, according to the blessing the LORD your God has given you.
Notes
The Feast of Tabernacles is called this because God told the Israelites to live for one week in simple shelters made from tree branches. These shelters reminded them of the years they wandered in the wilderness (Leviticus 23:33–43). This feast also celebrated the fall harvest.
Theme notes and profiles
Parallels
Glossary
Archaeology and the Bible Biblical Concept of Law Covenant Deuteronomy, Book of Dispersion of the Jews, Diaspora Law of Moses Offerings and Sacrifices
Topics
Church of Israel: Supported by the People Compassion to Others Liberality: General Scriptures Concerning Liberality: should be Exercised: According to Ability Money Stewardship Offerings the Anniversary Feasts: Offerings to Made At