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Jewish people observe their Sabbath as a day of rest because it is written in scripture to do so: "Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy" (Exodus 20:8; Deuteronomy 5:12).

The reason for this commandment is that God wants His people to rest or cease from their normal work schedules.

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