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The Feast of Unleavened Bread is a biblically mandated festival observed by followers of the Sacred Name Movement and other believers who seek to honor the scriptural commandments regarding appointed times and seasons. This feast is closely associated with Passover and extends for seven days immediately following it, as outlined in Leviticus 23:6-8. It commemorates the Israelites' hasty departure from Egypt, during which there was no time for their bread to leaven, symbolizing a swift break from their past and the impurities of Egypt. The Feast of Unleavened Bread, known in Hebrew as Chag HaMatzot, begins on the 15th day of Nisan and continues until the 21st day. During this period, participants are commanded to remove all leaven (yeast) from their homes as a physical and spiritual act of purification, reflecting the removal of sin and corruption from their lives. The consumption of unleavened bread, or matzah, serves as a daily reminder of humility, simplicity, and the speed at which they were redeemed from bondage. Observance of the feast involves more than just dietary restrictions; it is a time for introspection, communal worship, and reading of scripture, particularly the recounting of the Exodus story. It reinforces the theme of deliverance and redemption, encouraging believers to live a life of holiness and dedication to the Almighty, whom they address by His sacred name, as revealed in the scriptures. The Feast of Unleavened Bread is not only a historical commemoration but also holds prophetic significance, pointing to the Messiah's sinless sacrifice and the believer's call to live a life free from the leaven of sin. It is a time of joyous gathering, spiritual renewal, and reaffirmation of the covenant relationship between the Creator and His people, celebrated with reverence for His Sacred Name. Through its observance, participants express their gratitude for divine deliverance and their commitment to walking in righteousness in accordance with the Torah's teachings.