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Shabbat Rest

The Don'ts of Shabbat


Melacha - A Unique Definition of Work
What kind of work can't we do on Shabbat? What does work mean in this context anyway? And how do we enjoy the Shabbat when there are so many activities we must avoid?
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The Shabbat Laws
A brief summary of some of the Shabbat laws you are most likely to encounter, such as writing, shopping, carrying in the public domain, and business transactions
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Food Preparation on Shabbat
Aside for cooking, there are other food preparation activities one must avoid on Shabbat. Examples: squeezing fruit, selecting, kneading, grinding and mashing, and using electrical appliances
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The 39 Melachot
A listing of the thirty-nine melachot forbidden on Shabbat
Eruv
There is a way to make large public areas and even whole cities into one private domain. It usually involves some poles, wiring, and some food...

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A Taste and Promise of Redemption
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