The Sabbath, as instituted in the biblical account of creation, is a day of rest and worship, commanded by God to be observed on the seventh day of the week, Saturday (Exodus 20:8-11). The Sabbath was a fundamental aspect of Jewish tradition and was observed by Jesus and his disciples (Luke 4:16, Acts 13:14). However, with the rise of Christianity, a subtle yet significant shift began to take place.
Samuele Bacchiocchi, a renowned theologian and historian, presents a thorough examination of the historical and theological factors that contributed to the shift from Sabbath to Sunday observance in his book, “From Sabbath to Sunday.” Bacchiocchi argues that the early Christian church observed the Sabbath day, but as the church became more Gentile in nature, Sunday gradually replaced the Sabbath as the day of worship. from sabbath to sunday samuele bacchiocchi pdf
For those interested in exploring this topic further, Bacchiocchi’s book is available in PDF format online. However, it is essential to ensure that any digital copies are obtained from reputable sources. The Sabbath, as instituted in the biblical account