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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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How do the Jews in Australia celebrate Shabbat?
The same way Jews in all other countries do.
Is Shabbat important?
yes for ordodox and ultra-orthodox jews reform jews might adapt the rules of shabbat
Can Jews use a phone during Shabbat?
Religiously observant Jews will not use phones during Shabbat. The exception being if there is an emergency - medical, fire, etc. where lives are at risk.
If you board a flight before shabbat is it okay to land on shabbat?
Religiously observant Jews would not board a plane if Shabbat were to start while in transit. The issue wouldn't be landing during Shabbat, the issue would be flying during Shabbat.
How do orthadox and reform Jews celebrate shabbat differently?
Yes. Orthodox Jews do "everything by the book". Reform Jews do anything they want.
What are the Prohibitions Responsibilities and benefits of Shabbat in the life of the believer with reference to Orthodox and Conservative Judaism?
Conservative Jews are less strict than Orthodox Jews. Not all Conservative Jews keep Shabbat.
Do Orthodox Jews have to keep their electricity on on Shabbat or do they have to turn it off?
Orthodox Jews only use electricity in a passive manner during Shabbat. This means that they can leave electrical appliances on over Shabbat or use timers that automatically turn such things as lamps on and off.
How do the Jews in Australia celebrate Shabbat?
The same way Jews in all other countries do.
Why isn't The fourth commandment practiced today?
The fourth 'commandment' is to keep Shabbat which Jews most definitely do.
Is Shabbat important?
yes for ordodox and ultra-orthodox jews reform jews might adapt the rules of shabbat
Are Jews allowed to use public transit on Shabbat?
No, that violates the Shabbat.
How has shabbat changed throughout the years?
Fewer Jews are observing the Shabbat laws.
What does the mother do in shabbat?
The Shabbat is observed by all Jews, both men and women. However, it is the women who traditionally light the Shabbat-candles.See also:Women and the lighting of the candles
What is the Sabbath day for Jews Called?
Shabbat
What do the Jews do to celebrate the shabbat?
they rest for the day
What does shabatt shalom mean?
Shabbat Shalom is a greeting that Jews say to each other on Shabbat (the sabbath). It means "A peaceful Shabbat"
Do Orthodox Jews answer their phones on Shabbat?
No, Orthodox Jews do not use phones during Shabbat except for major emergencies such as someone's life being at risk.
