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For generations of Jews, the Shabbat represented an unbreakable freedom. They knew every new Pharaoh was a phony, and that no ...

The early Christian writers also bear witness to the observance of the Lord's Day (Sunday) over the Hebrew Sabbath (Saturday). The booklet attempts to discredit the historical writings of Eusebius ...

The Yale College Council is working with the administration to make rescheduling exams that conflict with religious ...

On Wednesday night, officials again awarded the license for Loch Arbour’s snack bar to the company that was in charge for the ...

“When such observances are diluted (particularly ... he realised how much the Sabbath meant to him. “It was really a day you had to just stop and spend time with family,” he said.

Given this doctrine, Mpesa’s alleged political activities on the Sabbath have been perceived by some as a violation of religious principles. Bakili Muluzi TV’s post suggests that only a true ...

Why did Jesus tell people to make offerings in the Temple? Why did Paul call himself a Pharisee? The Bible’s answer might surprise you.

Said Gayle, “These laws play a crucial role in safeguarding workers’ rights, including protections against unfair dismissal and discrimination, which may arise due to religious beliefs. This ...

How does Sabbath Day conflict with football ... where training sessions and matches are often scheduled on Saturdays. Its observance prohibits activities like competitive sports, making ...

justified breaking the strict laws of Sabbath observance because in Judaism the sanctity of life takes precedence and it was argued that delaying the ceasefire, even by one day, could endanger the ...