Exodus 20:11
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Exodus 20:11 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Exodus 20:11 is a verse from the book of Exodus in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "For in six days the LORD made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that in them is, and rested the seventh day: wherefore ..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Exodus 20:11 — KJV
“For in six days the LORD made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that in them is, and rested the seventh day: wherefore the LORD blessed the sabbath day, and hallowed it.”
— Exodus 20:11 (KJV)
Exodus 20:11 in Context — About the Book of Exodus
Exodus tells the defining rescue story of the Old Testament: God hears the cry of enslaved Israel, breaks Pharaoh's grip through ten plagues, parts the Red Sea, and meets His people at Sinai. It reveals God as deliverer, covenant-maker, and the One who dwells among His people.
Cross-References for Exodus 20:11
“It is a sign between me and the children of Israel for ever: for in six days the LORD made heaven and earth, and on the seventh day he rested, and was refreshed.”
Shares key themes with Exodus 20:11: six, days, lord
“Six days shall work be done: but the seventh day is the sabbath of rest, an holy convocation; ye shall do no work therein: it is the sabbath of the LORD in all your dwellings.”
Shares key themes with Exodus 20:11: six, days, lord
“See, for that the LORD hath given you the sabbath, therefore he giveth you on the sixth day the bread of two days; abide ye every man in his place, let no man go out of his place on the seventh day.”
Shares key themes with Exodus 20:11: six, days, lord
“Six days may work be done; but in the seventh is the sabbath of rest, holy to the LORD: whosoever doeth any work in the sabbath day, he shall surely be put to death. holy: Heb. holiness”
Shares key themes with Exodus 20:11: six, days, lord
“Six days shall work be done, but on the seventh day there shall be to you an holy day, a sabbath of rest to the LORD: whosoever doeth work therein shall be put to death. an...: Heb. holiness”
Shares key themes with Exodus 20:11: six, days, lord
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