Exodus 31:16

Wherefore the children of Israel shall keep the sabbath, to observe the sabbath throughout their generations, for a perpetual covenant.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Exodus 31:16

BSB
The Israelites must keep the Sabbath, celebrating it as a permanent covenant for the generations to come.
AKJV
Why the children of Israel shall keep the sabbath, to observe the sabbath throughout their generations, for a perpetual covenant.
CPDV
Let the sons of Israel keep the Sabbath, and let them celebrate it throughout their generations. It is an everlasting covenant
ERV
Wherefore the children of Israel shall keep the sabbath, to observe the sabbath throughout their generations, for a perpetual covenant.
NHEB
Therefore the children of Israel shall keep the Sabbath, to observe the Sabbath throughout their generations, for a perpetual covenant.
SMT
And the sons of Israel shall watch the Sabbath to do the Sabbath for their generation, a covenant forever.

Commentary for Exodus 31:16

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Exodus 31:16
Summary
Perpetual covenant through generational observance
Event
Covenant renewal established
Estimated Time Period
c. 1300 BC
Category
Covenant