Exploring the Meaning of Shabbat Shalom

Nov 16, 2024

Hebrew Word Study: Shabbat Shalom

Introduction

  • Series: Ancient Hebrew Pictograph and Paleo Hebrew for Kids
  • Acknowledgment: Thanks to Yahuwah and Yahushua
  • Objective: Teach children about the Hebrew language

Lesson Overview

  • Focus: Hebrew Word Study
  • Process:
    1. Examine modern Hebrew letters
    2. Trace back to ancient Hebrew pictographs
    3. Decode words using pictograph meanings

Today's Word: Shabbat Shalom

  • Significance: Seventh day of the week; a day of rest
  • Biblical Reference: Exodus (Shemoto) 20:8-11

Modern Hebrew Letters for "Shabbat"

  • Shin (ש)
    • Pictograph: Two front teeth
    • Meanings: Eat, consume, press, sharp
  • Bet (ב)
    • Pictograph: House
    • Meanings: House of Yah, tent, family, temple, inside, household
  • Tav (ת)
    • Pictograph: Cross sticks
    • Meanings: Mark, sign, covenant, signal, sacrifice, monument

Pictographic Interpretation

  • Combination of Shin and Bet forms "Shoob"
    • Meaning: To turn or return
  • Full Interpretation: "Turn or return to the covenant" or "Press to the tent of the covenant"

Importance of Shabbat

  • Biblical Reference: Exodus 31:14-18
    • Shabbat is set apart as a holy day
    • Work is permitted on other six days
    • Shabbat serves as a time to reconnect with Yah
  • Shabbat as a Sign
    • Represents the covenant between Yah and His people
    • A reminder of belonging to Yah's people

Conclusion

  • Goal: Remember and keep the Shabbat
  • Significance: Returning to the covenant and recognizing the signs of being Yah's people

Closing

  • Encouragement: Engage with the word study
  • Farewell: Shalom