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Dictionary of Phrase and Fable—S

Sabbatical Year

One year in seven, when all land with the ancient Jews was to lie fallow for twelve months. This law was founded on Exodus xxiii. 10, etc.; Leviticus xxv. 2-7; Deuteronomy xv. 1-11.

Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894
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