Quote by Ambrose Bierce

Sabbath, n. A weekly festival having its origin in the fact that God made the world in six days and was arrested on the seventh.

Sabbath, n. A weekly festival having its origin in the fact

Summary

This quote humorously defines the concept of Sabbath, referring to it as a "weekly festival" derived from the idea that God created the world in six days and took a break on the seventh. It implies that Sabbath is a pause or rest day, making light of the religious significance behind it. The quote takes a tongue-in-cheek approach to highlight the idea of Sabbath being a time for relaxation and rejuvenation, rooted in the belief that even God needed some rest after creation.

By Ambrose Bierce

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