Definition: For whatsoever soul [it be] that shall not be afflicted in that same day, he shall be cut off from among his people.

Explanation: Okay, let’s break down this passage from Leviticus 23:29. It's a really important and slightly unsettling verse about the protection of God’s people. Here’s what it means in simpler terms: The Basic Idea: This verse essentially says that if someone doesn't get sick or injured on a specific day, they are considered no longer part of God’s community. It’s a way of saying that God wants to protect His people from harm and sickness. Let’s unpack it piece by piece: “For whatsoever soul [it be] that shall not be afflicted in that same day…” – This is the core of the verse. "It be" means "that will happen." It's talking about a specific day . “Afflicted” means to be sick, injured, or experiencing something negative. "...he shall be cut off from among his people." – This is the consequence of not being afflicted. “Cut off” means being excluded or removed from a group. So, this verse means that if someone doesn't get healthy and stays well on that day, they will be left out of God’s community. What does this mean practically? Historically, this was a very important law in the Old Testament. It meant that if a person was sick or injured on the Day of Atonement (Yom Kippur), they were to be banished from the temple and the community. It was a way for God to ensure that He wasn’t being honored by a broken or unwell people. Important Context: The Day of Atonement: This was a massive, solemn day in Jewish history where God offered forgiveness and reconciliation for sins. Yom Kippur: This is the most important holy day in Judaism, dedicated to repentance, seeking forgiveness, and atonement. In short, this verse highlights God’s concern for His people's well-being and emphasizes that He protects them from harm. --- Do you want me to: Explain a specific part of the verse in more detail? Give you an example of how this law was applied historically?