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

What is the third element of corporate 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.

Finally, the people are called to afflict themselves. This refers to a spiritual preparation for the day. The term is often linked with fasting and prayer (Leviticus 23:27; Numbers 29:7). The instruction consisted of personal reflection, repentance, fasting and prayer.