Bible Readings — Bible Questions Answered

What day immediately precedes the first day of the week? BR-ASI9 296.5

“In the end of the sabbath, as it began to dawn toward the first day of the week.” Matthew 28:1. BR-ASI9 296.6

Note.—According to the New Testament, therefore, the Sabbath had passed when the first day of the week began. BR-ASI9 296.7

After the crucifixion, what day was kept by the women who followed Jesus? BR-ASI9 296.8

“They returned, and prepared spices and ointments; and rested the sabbath day according to the commandment.” Luke 23:56. BR-ASI9 296.9

Which day of the week is the Sabbath, “according to the commandment”? BR-ASI9 296.10

“But the seventh day is the sabbath of the Lord thy God.” Exodus 20:10. BR-ASI9 296.11