Read Leviticus 25:1-22
What did you know before about the Sabbath Year and the Year of Jubilee? I knew enough to know there was a lot more to understand and learn about. This text was helpful for me in that regard. But unless you travel in circles of Orthodox Jews, then you probably haven’t heard about such special years.
The Sabbath Year that is celebrated by certain Jews is now known as the shmita. The next one to be celebrated is 2028-2029. On the other hand, the Year of Jubilee has not been celebrated since the twelve tribes all lived in the land of Israel since they were taken in captivity by Babylon. Continue reading “Leviticus 25:1-22 – Special Years”
