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Understanding Shabbat: More Than Just Rules
The development of the Shabbat observance extends far beyond the initial commands found within the Hebrew Scriptures, indicating that the practice has evolved over centuries. Notably, the Sabbath is introduced significantly later in the biblical narrative, specifically after many chapters in Genesis and Exodus, suggesting a deeper, progressive understanding rather than a rulebook approach. The Torah presents varied reasons for observing the Sabbath in different instances, reinforcing that the Hebrew Bible is not structured primarily as a manual for Shabbat observance but as a complex tradition with rich historical development.