Exodus 19:16
"He said to the people, “Be ready by the third day. Don’t have sexual relations with a woman.”"
Key Reflection
This instruction from Moses to the Israelites emphasizes both preparation and purity before encountering God's presence on Mount Sinai. By commanding them to abstain from marital relations, Moses underscored the spiritual significance of physical and moral readiness for a holy encounter with the divine.
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