It not only allowed the Israelites to rest but also gave them the opportunity to draw close to and show love for their Creator. It was a day dedicated exclusively to spiritual interests.
وَسَاهَمَ هذَا ٱلتَّرْتِيبُ فِي حِمَايَةِ ٱلْإِسْرَائِيلِيِّينَ مِنِ ٱسْتِخْدَامِ كُلِّ وَقْتِهِمْ وَطَاقَتِهِمْ فِي ٱلْمَسَاعِي ٱلْمَادِّيَّةِ .‏