Why did God command Israel to hallow the Sabbath?

Answer

"And hallow My Sabbaths; and they shall be a sign between Me and you, that you may know that I am the
Lord your God." Eze. 20: 20.
NOTE - As the Sabbath was given that man might keep God in mind as Creator,' it can readily be
seen that a power endeavoring to exalt itself above God would first try to cover up or remove that which
calls man's special attention to his Creator. This could be done in no other way so effectively as by setting
aside God's memorial-the seventh-day Sabbath. To this work of the Papacy Daniel had reference when he
said, "And he shall . . . think to change times and laws." Dan. 7: 25.

What did Moses set forth as the basis of righteousness?
What did the people say when they saw these things?
How does he emphasize the reliability of prophecy?
17. After having made atonement for the people in the most holy place, what did the high priest next do?
How does Paul describe this dedication of the covenant?
When and by whom was the Sabbath made?
What encouragement is given to heed this message?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle