Šabbath (שַׁבָּת) in Leviticus 25:2-5 as a Response to Environmental Degradation in Northern Nigeria

Environmental deterioration has taken a long time to become global concern since it was first articulated as scientific problem. degradation formerly considered an abstract idea, but is now far from abstract, defining people’s lives. Thrilling weather events and increased variability in patterns have severe consequences for societies that rely on Land, lakes, seas food income. Due insufficient knowledge, citizens’ responses environmental been limited by fundamental lack of relevant, helpful information Northern residents. In the north, civilized world’s heavy media coverage public awareness campaigns lacking, particularly outside major urban areas. The extent which Nigerians comprehend will determine how they respond. Unfortunately, little known about Northerners perceive today. By utilizing Biblical wisdom revealed Leviticus 25:1-5, this article aimed be voice source knowledge targeted audience. study used lessons learned literature help Nigeria address its existential dilemma. A diachronic approach text used, with historical-grammatical method fully complemented.