Shabbat or Saturday?
For centuries, since God the Father created the earth and rested on the seventh day, the Jewish people have celebrated Shabbat (Sabbath day).
The rest of the world calls it Saturday, which according to Gemini is named after a Roman god.
“The word Saturday has a unique origin compared to the rest of the week. While most days of the week in English are named after Germanic or Old Norse gods (like Thursday for Thor), Saturday retains its roots in Roman mythology.
Etymology Breakdown
• Latin Roots: It comes from the Latin Saturni dies, which literally translates to "Day of Saturn."
• Old English Transition: In Old English, this became Sæturnesdæg.
• The Deity: It is named after Saturn (Cronus in Greek mythology), the Roman god of agriculture, liberation, and time.
Hmmm.
Makes one think which god we will follow.
God the Father, the Living God of Israel, is the One I seek, know, and walk in His ways.
Let’s choose which way we will go. As Charlie Kirk wrote in his last, and best-seller book, “Rest is resistance in a world addicted to noise."
Take the day to rest. You need it for the rest of the week. It is a gift from the Father.
Ahava and shalom,
Steve Martin
