When Does the Sabbath Start and End?

The Biblical Truth About Sabbath Times

The Quick Answer

The Sabbath begins at sunset on Friday and ends at sunset on Saturday. This is the seventh day of the week, established by Yahuah at Creation.

What Time Does the Sabbath Start?

The Sabbath starts the moment the sun sets on Friday evening. The exact time depends on your location and the time of year. In winter, sunset may be as early as 4:30 PM, while in summer it could be as late as 8:30 PM.

"And the evening and the morning were the first day." — Genesis 1:5

The biblical day begins at evening (sunset), not at midnight. This pattern was established on the very first day of creation and continues throughout Scripture.

What Time Does the Sabbath End?

The Sabbath ends at sunset on Saturday evening. Traditionally, many wait until three stars are visible in the sky, indicating full darkness, before resuming regular activities.

"From evening to evening you shall celebrate your sabbath." — Leviticus 23:32

Why Friday Sunset to Saturday Sunset?

The Sabbath is the seventh day of the week. In the biblical week:

This is why Saturday is still called "Sabbath" in many languages: Spanish (Sábado), Italian (Sabato), Greek (Σάββατο), and Hebrew (Shabbat).

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the Sabbath start at sunset instead of midnight?
The midnight-to-midnight day is a Roman invention adopted later in history. The biblical day always began at sunset, as established in Genesis 1 ("evening and morning") and confirmed in Leviticus 23:32. Yahuah's calendar follows His creation, not man's traditions.
Wasn't the Sabbath changed to Sunday?
No. There is no Scripture changing the Sabbath from the seventh day to the first day. The change was made by the Roman church centuries after the apostles. Yahusha (Jesus) kept the seventh-day Sabbath, as did all His disciples. The Sabbath commandment remains in the eternal Torah.
How do I find today's sunset time?
Search "sunset time [your city]" in any search engine, or use a weather app. Many Sabbath-keepers use apps like "Shabbat Times" or websites like timeanddate.com to find accurate sunset times for their location.
What should I do during the Sabbath?
The Sabbath is a day of rest and worship. Cease from regular work, gather with fellow believers if possible, study Scripture, pray, and enjoy the blessing Yahuah set apart for this day. It's a gift, not a burden!

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