Bible Dictionary

Feast

A special occasion or celebration marked by a meal, gathering, or festival.

Quick Reference

Total Entries

368

Entry Position

133 of 368

Letter

F

Meaning

A special occasion or celebration marked by a meal, gathering, or festival.

Key Scriptures

  • Exodus 12:14
  • Leviticus 23
  • Numbers 28-29
  • Deuteronomy 16
  • John 7:2
  • John 7:37

Also Called

festival

Original Language

Hebrew

חַג

chag

feast; festival

Greek

ἑορτή

heortē

feast; festival

Meaning

A feast is a special occasion or celebration marked by a meal, gathering, or festival.


Biblical Usage

In Scripture, feasts are appointed times of celebration or observance.

Some feasts were established by God for Israel, while others refer to meals, celebrations, or festive gatherings in various biblical contexts.


Key References

  • Exodus 12:14
  • Leviticus 23
  • Numbers 28-29
  • Deuteronomy 16
  • John 7:2
  • John 7:37

  • Passover
  • Feast of Unleavened Bread
  • Feast of Firstfruits
  • Feast of Weeks

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Scriptures

  • Exodus 12:14
  • Leviticus 23
  • Numbers 28-29
  • Deuteronomy 16
  • John 7:2
  • John 7:37

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