The Gift of Shabbat
Shabbat begins in creation, when God set apart the seventh day. It was later given to Israel as a sign of covenant life, marking a people shaped by His presence. That pattern of rest was never meant to disappear.
It continues to call believers into a life that is not driven only by work, but grounded in trust.
A Simple Way to Begin
Pause at Sundown
Mark the beginning of Shabbat on Friday evening and let the transition be intentional.
Light & Bless
Light candles or speak a simple blessing to set this time apart.
Share a Meal
Eat slowly and be present.
Let the table become a place of peace.
Rest from Work
Step away from productivity and receive rest without needing to earn it.
A traditional way to mark Shabbat includes
these simple blessings
Candlelighting
Recited by women, this blessing occurs before the Sabbath begins at sundown.
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Baruch ata Adonai, Eloheinu Melech ha'olam
Blessed are You, God, King of the Universe.
Asher kidshanu b'mitzvotav vitzivanu l'hadlik ner shel Shabbat.
who sanctified us in His commandment of lighting Shabbat candles.
Kiddush
Recited at the beginning of the Shabbat meal.
Baruch ata Adonai, Eloheinu Melech ha'olam
Blessed are You, God, King of the Universe.
Asher kidshanu b'mitzvotav vitzivanu l'hadlik ner shel Shabbat.
who sanctified us in His commandment of lighting Shabbat candles.
HaMotzi
Recited after the Kiddish before eating.
Baruch ata Adonai, Eloheinu Melech ha'olam
Blessed are You, God, King of the Universe.
Ha'motzi lechem min ha'aretz.
Who brings for bread from the earth.
CONTINUE THE PRACTICE
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