Sabbathas

Sabbathas is a term with historical and religious connotations, most notably associated with the Sabbath, a day of rest and worship observed in Judaism and some Christian traditions. The concept of a weekly day of rest can be traced back to ancient Near Eastern cultures, but it became a central tenet of Judaism with the Ten Commandments, which mandate abstaining from work on the seventh day of the week. This observance is seen as a reminder of God's creation and liberation of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt.

In Judaism, the Sabbath, known as Shabbat, begins at sunset on Friday and ends at sunset on Saturday. It is a time for prayer, study, family, and communal meals, with specific activities prohibited to maintain its sacred character. Observant Jews refrain from work, travel, and other forms of labor, focusing instead on spiritual and familial pursuits.

Various Christian denominations also observe a day of rest, though the specific day and the interpretation of its observance differ. Some Christians observe Sunday as the Sabbath, considering it the Lord's Day in remembrance of Jesus' resurrection. Others maintain Saturday as the Sabbath, aligning with the Jewish tradition. The extent to which work and secular activities are restricted on this day varies among Christian traditions, with some emphasizing a day of worship and rest, while others permit a wider range of activities. The term "Sabbathas" itself is not widely used as a distinct term outside of these religious contexts, but refers to the observance of the Sabbath.