In this chapter we have, I. A repetition of the laws concerning the three yearly feasts; in particular, that of the passover, Deut. 16:1–8. That of pentecost, Deut. 16:9–12. That of tabernacles, Deut. 16:13–15. And the general law concerning the people’s attendance on them, Deut. 16:16–17. II.

Much of the communion between God and his people Israel was kept up, and a face of religion preserved in the nation, by the three yearly feasts, the institution of which, and the laws concerning them, we have several times met with already; and here they are repeated. I.

Here is, I. Care taken for the due administration of justice among them, that controversies might be determined, matters in variance adjusted, the injured redressed, and the injurious punished.