Strong’s H7676

שַׁבָּת

Part of speech

Noun

Transliteration

shabbath

Pronunciation

shah-BAHTH

Definition

Sabbath

Meaning

intermission, the Sabbath

Usage

The term "shabbath" primarily refers to the seventh day of the week, a day of rest and cessation from work, as commanded by God. It is a holy day set apart for rest and worship, commemorating God's rest after the creation of the world (Genesis 2:2-3). The Sabbath is a sign of the covenant between God and Israel, serving as a reminder of God's creation and deliverance.

Bible references

Exodus 16:23;Exodus 16:25;Exodus 16:26;Exodus 16:29;Exodus 20:8;Exodus 20:10;Exodus 20:11;Exodus 31:13;Exodus 31:14;Exodus 31:15;Exodus 31:15;Exodus 31:16;Exodus 31:16;Exodus 35:2;Exodus 35:3;Leviticus 16:31;Leviticus 19:3;Leviticus 19:30;Leviticus 23:3;Leviticus 23:3;Leviticus 23:11;Leviticus 23:15;Leviticus 23:15;Leviticus 23:16;Leviticus 23:32