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Sabbath - a weekly festival having its origin in the fact that God made the world in six days and was arrested on the se
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"Sabbath - a weekly festival having its origin in the fact that God made the world in six days and was arrested on the seventh"

- Ambrose Bierce

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This quote by Ambrose Bierce speaks to the importance of the Sabbath, a weekly festival that has its roots in the biblical story of creation. According to the Bible, God created the world in six days and rested on the seventh. This seventh day, the Sabbath, is a day of rest and worship for many religious traditions. It is a time to reflect on the divine power of creation and to give thanks for the blessings of life. The Sabbath is a reminder of the importance of taking time to rest and to appreciate the beauty of the world around us. It is a time to be still and to be mindful of the divine presence in our lives. The Sabbath is a time to be thankful for the gifts of life and to be mindful of the divine power that created the world.
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Ambrose Bierce, Small This quote is written / told by Ambrose Bierce between June 24, 1842 and December 26, 1913. He was a famous Journalist from USA. The author also have 124 other quotes.

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