Leviticus 16:31

Translations

King James Version (KJV)

It shall be a sabbath of rest to you, and you shall afflict your souls, by a statute for ever.

American King James Version (AKJV)

It shall be a sabbath of rest to you, and you shall afflict your souls, by a statute for ever.

American Standard Version (ASV)

It is a sabbath of solemn rest unto you, and ye shall afflict your souls; it is a statute for ever.

Basic English Translation (BBE)

It is a special Sabbath for you, and you are to keep yourselves from pleasure; it is an order for ever.

Webster's Revision

It shall be a sabbath of rest to you, and ye shall afflict your souls by a statute for ever.

World English Bible

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

English Revised Version (ERV)

It is a sabbath of solemn rest unto you, and ye shall afflict your souls; it is a statute for ever.

Definitions for Leviticus 16:31

Sabbath - A rest; cessation from work.

Wesley's Leviticus 16:31 Bible Commentary

16:31 A sabbath - Observed as a sabbath - day from all servile works, and diligent attendance upon God's worship.