The Sabbath at Home

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The Sabbath at Home

by Silas M. (Silas Milton) Andrews

EN·~43 minutes·1 chapter

Chapters

1 total

43:52

Description

In this thoughtful guide the author invites readers to rediscover the Sabbath as a day of true rest and family fellowship, rather than a mere pause in daily chores. He sets aside theological debates and instead offers clear, practical advice for arranging work, errands, and household responsibilities so the holy day can be kept without conflict. Whether you run a farm, a shop, or a modern office, the book shows how a little planning on Saturday evening can free the entire day for peaceful worship and reflection.

The author emphasizes that a well‑kept Sabbath benefits both body and spirit, restoring vigor and sharpening the mind after a week of toil. He encourages families to unite in setting common goals, making the day a shared sanctuary for reading Scripture, gentle conversation, and wholesome activities. By following this gentle counsel, readers can experience a deeper sense of order, efficiency, and divine blessing in their everyday lives.

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Language

en

Duration

~43 minutes (42K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Heiko Evermann, Sandra Eder and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.)

Release date

2013-02-03

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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Silas M. (Silas Milton) Andrews

1805–1881

A 19th-century Presbyterian minister and religious writer, he spent nearly fifty years leading the Presbyterian church in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. His best-known book, The Sabbath at Home, reflects his plainspoken concern for faith, family life, and everyday devotion.

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