1. Leviticus 23:24 (ESV)
  2. Exposition

What is the distinctive feature of this feast?

Leviticus 23:24 (ESV)

24 “Speak to the people of Israel, saying, In the seventh month, on the first day of the month, you shall observe a day of solemn rest, a memorial proclaimed with blast of trumpets, a holy convocation.

Currid notes that, This is the most sacred and most festive month in the Hebrew calendar.1 As such, the day was announced with trumpet blasts, an activity that is usually for the purpose of assembling people for a major event (Psalm 81:3). On this occasion, the day is to be marked by rest in addition to the offerings mentioned in Numbers 29:1–6.