The seven feasts were an enormous part of old covenant Judaism. The yearly experience of these feasts, together with their corresponding harvests, were fundamental aspects of every Jew's personal, social, and spiritual identity. The purpose of these annual assemblies was not primarily eating and celebrating. Rather, they were given by God to paint a picture of His work and purpose in Jesus Christ, and our inclusion in Christ for His glory. Through the feasts of Israel, God has shown us the journey of Christ from a single dying seed to a multi-membered, resurrected harvest.