Feasts of Israel

Passover -- Pesach (Leviticus 23:5)

The first feast commemorates Israel's deliverance from Egypt through the blood of the lamb. Fulfilled: Jesus was crucified on Passover, identified as 'the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world' (John 1:29).

Unleavened Bread (Leviticus 23:6-8)

For seven days Israel eats bread without leaven (a symbol of sin). Fulfilled: Jesus, the sinless bread of life, lay in the tomb during this feast. His body did not see corruption (Acts 2:27).

Firstfruits (Leviticus 23:9-14)

The first sheaf of the barley harvest is waved before the LORD. Fulfilled: Jesus rose on the day of Firstfruits, 'the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep' (1 Corinthians 15:20).

Pentecost -- Shavuot (Leviticus 23:15-22)

Fifty days after Firstfruits, two leavened loaves are presented. Fulfilled: The Holy Spirit fell on the disciples on Pentecost (Acts 2), incorporating Jews and Gentiles (the two loaves) into one body.

Trumpets -- Rosh Hashanah (Leviticus 23:23-25)

A day of trumpet blasts and sacred assembly. Prophetic: Associated with the future rapture/gathering of believers at the 'last trumpet' (1 Thessalonians 4:16-17; 1 Corinthians 15:52).

Day of Atonement -- Yom Kippur (Leviticus 23:26-32)

The holiest day, when the high priest enters the Most Holy Place with blood for the nation's sins. Prophetic: Points to Israel's national repentance when they 'look on him whom they have pierced' (Zechariah 12:10).

Tabernacles -- Sukkot (Leviticus 23:33-43)

For seven days Israel dwells in booths, remembering the wilderness journey. Prophetic: Foreshadows God's ultimate dwelling with humanity: 'Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man' (Revelation 21:3).