The Feast of Unleavened Bread is a highly significant holy day in the life of Hebrew Israelites. It goes beyond the simple act of abstaining from leavened bread for a week. This feast is not only a time of remembering Israel’s physical deliverance from Egypt, but it also serves as a powerful reminder of the need for spiritual purification and renewal. It calls us to reflect on our personal spiritual journey, cleanse ourselves of sin, and renew our commitment to YAHUAH.
In Exodus 13:7-8, YAHUAH commands the Israelites:
“Unleavened bread shall be eaten seven days; and there shall no leavened bread be seen with thee, neither shall there be leaven seen with thee in all thy quarters. And thou shalt shew thy son in that day, saying, This is done because of that which YAHUAH did unto me when I came forth out of Egypt.”
This instruction shows that the Feast of Unleavened Bread is not just about remembering a historical event—it’s about acknowledging the continuous work of YAHUAH in our lives, both spiritually and physically. The act of removing leaven from our homes is symbolic of removing sin from our hearts. By reflecting on this, we can understand the feast’s deep spiritual significance.
(See our book, Hebrew Israelite Biblical Feast Days: What They Are And How We Celebrate Them)
Leaven as a Symbol of Sin
Throughout the Bible, leaven is used as a metaphor for sin. Just as leaven spreads through dough, sin has the potential to spread through a person’s life, corrupting every area of their being. The Scriptures warn us about the dangers of allowing sin to remain unaddressed, as it can subtly influence us and lead us away from righteousness.
In Matthew 16:6, Yahushua Ha’Mashiach warned His disciples about the leaven of the Pharisees, referring to their hypocrisy, false teachings, and legalistic practices:
“Take heed and beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and of the Sadducees.”
Yahushua was cautioning His followers to avoid the corrupting influence of sin, especially the deceptive practices of religious leaders who focused on outward righteousness while neglecting the inner purity of the heart. The leaven of the Pharisees, in this case, was their self-righteousness and hypocrisy—things that outwardly appeared holy but lacked true repentance and transformation.
This understanding of leaven as sin is essential in the observance of the Feast of Unleavened Bread. As we remove physical leaven from our homes, we are reminded to also remove the “leaven” of sin from our hearts. Just as a small amount of leaven can affect an entire batch of dough, even a small amount of sin can corrupt an entire life. The Feast of Unleavened Bread calls us to examine ourselves deeply and make the necessary changes to align our lives with YAHUAH’s will.
Paul further reinforces this teaching in 1 Corinthians 5:6-8:
“Your glorying is not good. Know ye not that a little leaven leaveneth the whole lump? Purge out therefore the old leaven, that ye may be a new lump, as ye are unleavened. For even Ha’Mashiach our Passover is sacrificed for us.”
(See our book, Passover: Mysteries Revealed)
Yahushua Ha’Mashiach and the Feast of Unleavened Bread
Yahushua Ha’Mashiach is the ultimate fulfillment of the Feast of Unleavened Bread. He was the unblemished Lamb of YAHUAH, without sin, and He became the perfect sacrifice for our sins. The unleavened bread we eat during this feast represents purity and holiness—traits that Yahushua embodied perfectly.
In John 6:35, Yahushua refers to Himself as the “Bread of Life”:
“And Yahushua said unto them, I am the bread of life: he that cometh to me shall never hunger; and he that believeth on me shall never thirst.”
Just as unleavened bread symbolizes purity and the absence of corruption, Yahushua is the spiritual “unleavened bread” that provides us with eternal life. He was sinless and perfectly obedient to the will of YAHUAH, making Him the ideal sacrifice to atone for our sins. The Feast of Unleavened Bread, therefore, points to Yahushua’s sinless life and His sacrifice for us. His body, broken for us, was as unleavened bread—pure and free from corruption.
This feast is a reminder that, through Yahushua, we are called to live as unleavened bread—free from the corruption of sin. His example shows us how we are to walk in purity, just as He did. It is also a call to partake of the “bread of life” that Yahushua offers—His teachings, His sacrifice, and the redemption He provides.
(See our book, Baptism Unto Remembrance: Sin-Atonement-Repentance)
Spiritual Application for Hebrew Israelites
The spiritual significance of the Feast of Unleavened Bread goes far beyond the physical observance of removing leaven. It is a call for Hebrew Israelites to examine themselves, purge sin from their lives, and renew their commitment to YAHUAH. This time of purification is necessary for spiritual growth and healing.
2 Corinthians 13:5 encourages us to take self-inventory and examine our hearts:
“Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith; prove your own selves. Know ye not your own selves, how that Yahushua Ha’Mashiach is in you, except ye be reprobates?”
The Feast of Unleavened Bread provides a dedicated time to reflect on whether we are truly walking in faith, righteousness, and obedience to YAHUAH. Are there areas of sin in our lives that we need to remove? Are we living according to the teachings of Yahushua? This time of reflection helps us to realign ourselves with the truth and make necessary changes to walk more closely with YAHUAH.
Furthermore, the removal of leaven is symbolic of our ongoing struggle with sin. Just as the Israelites had to physically remove leaven from their homes, we must spiritually remove sin from our lives. This process of sanctification requires constant vigilance, self-examination, and repentance. It’s a continuous effort to purify our hearts, minds, and actions, always striving to be more like Yahushua.
(See our book, Baptism Unto Remembrance: Sin-Atonement-Repentance)
How This Feast Prepares Us for the Kingdom
The observance of the Feast of Unleavened Bread is not only a remembrance of the past but also a preparation for the future. As Hebrew Israelites, we believe that YAHUAH is preparing us for His Kingdom, and our obedience to His commandments, including the observance of His feasts, is part of that preparation. This feast teaches us how to live righteously and set apart, just as we will be when YAHUAH establishes His Kingdom on earth.
Revelation 22:14 speaks to the importance of keeping YAHUAH’s commandments:
“Blessed are they that do His commandments, that they may have right to the tree of life, and may enter in through the gates into the city.”
Keeping the Feast of Unleavened Bread helps us prepare our hearts to receive the Kingdom. It reminds us that we are called to be holy and without sin, as we anticipate the return of Yahushua Ha’Mashiach and the establishment of His eternal Kingdom. Just as YAHUAH commanded Israel to be a holy people, we are called to be set apart, walking in obedience, and living lives that reflect the purity of the unleavened bread we eat.
In this sense, the Feast of Unleavened Bread is a preparatory practice, a way for Hebrew Israelites to live out the sanctification process that will continue until the return of Yahushua’s Kingdom.
(See our book, The Order Of Melchizedek: According To The 12 Patriarchs)
Conclusion
The Feast of Unleavened Bread is far more than a physical observance; it is a deeply spiritual practice. It is about purging sin from our lives, walking in holiness, and honoring YAHUAH’s commandments. By partaking in this feast, Hebrew Israelites are reminded of their deliverance from Egypt and called to live lives that reflect the purity of Yahushua Ha’Mashiach.
This holy day teaches us that just as YAHUAH delivered us from physical bondage, He desires to deliver us from spiritual bondage as well. May we use this time to examine ourselves, remove sin, and commit to living holy and righteous lives as we prepare for the coming Kingdom.
(See our book, The Chosen Seed: Predestination)
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