Biblical dictionary
Sabbath
A God-given pattern of rest, worship, and trust that resists endless striving.
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Sabbath
Sabbath begins in creation and becomes part of Israel's covenant life. It carries themes of rest, holiness, trust, and final restoration.
Why it matters
Sabbath teaches that rest is an act of trust and that life with God is not sustained by endless self-reliance.
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