Why is Sunday Observed as the Sabbath Instead of Saturday?

Explore the historical shift from Saturday Sabbath to Sunday worship in Christianity. Discover its origins and significance.

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The Sabbath was traditionally observed on Saturday. Over time, Christian tradition began to honor Sunday, the day of Jesus' resurrection, as the Lord’s Day. The change was formalized by the Council of Laodicea in the 4th century.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What was the original Sabbath day? The original Sabbath day was traditionally observed on Saturday.
  2. When did the shift from Saturday to Sunday occur? The shift from Saturday to Sunday was formalized by the Council of Laodicea in the 4th century.
  3. Why do Christians honor Sunday as the Lord's Day? Sunday is honored as the Lord's Day due to its association with the resurrection of Jesus.

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