John 7:2

Easy To Read Version

It was time for the Jewish Festival of Shelters. {\cf2\super [100]}

Cross References

1 Kings 8:2

So all the men of Israel came together with King Solomon. This was during the time of the special holiday (the Festival of Shelters) during the month of Ethanim (the seventh month of the year).

1 Kings 8:65

So there at the temple, King Solomon and all the people of Israel celebrated the holiday. [118] All Israel was there, from as far away as Hamath Pass in the north, to the border of Egypt in the south. Many, many people were there. They ate, drank, and enjoyed themselves together with the Lord for seven days. Then they stayed for another seven days. They celebrated for a total of 14 days! [119]

Ezra 3:4

Then they celebrated the Festival of Shelters {\cf2\super [11]} just like the Law \{of Moses\} said. They offered the right number of burnt offerings for each day of the festival.