Sneak Peek into SHABBAT In Our Jewish Home

[@SonyasPrep]

I made an error in the video where I say that Shabbat ends on Sunday at Sundown. Shabbat is from Friday Sundown till SATURDAY sundown

[@theTruthwillsetyoufree]

@SonyasPrep 😇 Sabbath was made for Earthly people to keep one day of the week HOLY - Exodus 20:8-11.... Our Lord fulfilled the Sabbath law, for Born-Again people are EVERY DAY HOLY...! 🙂 Wake up Sonya...❤

[@ShmirchikArt]

@@theTruthwillsetyoufree be respectful to the chosen people, you may be Christian, but Christianity is nothing but a plagiarized idolatrous religion, which is disrespectful to the original monotheistic religion, your religion is pagan idol worship, chutzpa you have , just wow, but its the Christian way to be hateful and disrespectful and jealous of Jews, pathetic

[@brendaguy8747]

⁠@@theTruthwillsetyoufreeas a Christian, quoting the Bible, then you should remember the 4th Commandment , “Remember the Sabbath and keep it Holy.” So maybe your shouldn’t be so critical of someone else’s heritage and religion.

[@theTruthwillsetyoufree]

@@brendaguy8747 Are you saying that Jesus did not fulfill the law - Matthew 5:17 KJV ?.... Are you saying that, Holy (Born-Again) people are not Holy on Saturday - Galatians 5:22-23.... ?.. You see, I don't need to keep 1 day holy, for I am every day holy.... And I do remember the 4th Commandment, for it's made for Earthly evil people, not for Holy people - Galatians 5:22-23...!

[@brendaguy8747]

@@theTruthwillsetyoufree , nope, not saying anything like that. But Sonya, by the name of her channel, is of the Jewish faith. They celebrate life in many ways. She is opening up her world, through her channel, to show others what her life is like and to explain why they do the things they do. Someone who takes the time to stop and watch a posting from her channel should be open to what is being shown, or they probably shouldn’t have stopped to watch her post. Then to make a comment telling her she is wrong in what she believes, is not very polite and could be very hurtful. I would hope that being hurtful was not the motivator in the decision to make the post. There’s a time and place for every type of discussion. A comment here, by someone who probably does not know her personally, is not the time or the place to have a theological discussion.

[@leydenrovelo1365]

I’m not even an Orthodox Jew, but I love Sonya‘s gentleness, her generosity, and the way she shares her life and family. It’s respectful, it’s dignified, and it’s delicious! Brava Sonya!

[@sarahthompson7851]

Amen to that Sonya is the best !!!

[@margybernard]

She’s graceful like a ballerina🩰. 😊

[@robertrobello738]

👍

[@robertrobello738]

🙏

[@zia-ud-dinshah4467]

Yes me too I am also out of Jews religious and Israel but I like her cooking style

[@patriciafrancis9134]

I'm not Jewish but I view keeping Shabbot as a stunningly beautiful tradition. In today's world times like these are sacred. Many families could benefit from traditions like this

[@Ashni1]

I’m a Christian, attending a Missionary Baptist church. Today I’m home with a flu. This is the perfect calm video to watch- honestly, just like all Sonya’s videos. Thank you!

[@SonyasPrep]

Ow Ashley I hope you are doing much better today

[@anythinggoes5574]

@@SonyasPrep I could never trust you. I know how you people operate. You'd stab us in the back the first chance you get. Plus there's a bunch of footage of you's spitting on Christians.

[@rockie4322]

I love everything about your culture. I am a Christian and we pray for the peace of Israel as part of our everyday prayers. I love watching … I just found your video today and can’t wait to see the rest .. thank you so much for sharing

[@danalankford312]

I'm a 55yr old Christian living in North carolina. Our Sunday school just did a Jewish study. It was fascinating. The light of God shines in us all. Thank you for letting me peek into your life.

[@romandaigle455]

I’m a SDA and we keep the Biblical Sabbath. The Old Testament and the New Testament have a thread that unites the two. Read exodus 20. The true Sabbath is sundown Friday to sundown Saturday. Also Genesis 2:2. Nothing Biblical about Sunday worship. Not one single verse.

[@theirmom4723]

@@romandaigle455 The following of the Roman calendar under Constantine changed Sunday as the day of worship a.k.a the Lord's (Jesus) Day.

[@lastofatruebreed]

This is to be your life too😊 We are under the new covenant from Jeremiah. There is no more jew and gentile in Christ we are all one with Him. Grafted into His bloodline which is a true israelite. Rejoice!!! Study the way and follow it.

[@picklecat4819]

I never knew Judaism was so family orientated. Shabbat sounds blissful to me. You have such a beautiful family 🥰

[@manyalevine1017]

Being a Jewish is being part of a family, family is sooooo important in jewdisem

[@lizschuller6894]

@@manyalevine1017 Judaism

[@nocomment2468]

In Judaism, nothing is more important than family. It can be amazing and occasionally a little suffocating! Haha

[@Musick79]

Shabbat is also a time friends get invited over in some families.

[@patriciaoreilly8907]

All Religion is family friendly 😊 love is the thread for all that binds us together as brothers & sisters as one family one world one love . Without love family & society breaks down , sadly we see this in the West lately . Love & Peace ✌ for all 😊

[@GeorgeJansen]

I'm a born again believer and I just love the entire Jewish culture/religion /traditions... Thank you for sharing ❤❤❤❤❤

[@primrozie]

Are you among the remnant community? I'm born again too and learning truth.

[@GeorgeJansen]

@@primrozie I have just Placed my faith alone, and trust alone, in the FINISHED works of Jesus Christ ALONE. And that's for the forgiveness of ALL my sins (past current & future). (sins meaning any disobedience of God's word). And trusting Him alone for my eternal destiny ...aka Being Saved/Born Again.

[@user39h2j8il]

​@@GeorgeJansen amen.

[@BlueAngel2397]

I’m not Jewish but I have always admired how family oriented the Jewish faith is and how they keep Shabbat. Much respect. I’m lucky to have Jewish friends who have invited me over for Shabbat and it’s always a delight and a beautiful experience. Thank you for this lovely video ❤

[@adriennehannon4694]

I am not Jewish, but I as a mother and grandmother I admire your love and connection with your family.lots of love from Ireland 🇮🇪 ❤

[@francearchambault4218]

Thank you for sharing your Shabbat tradition. As a non-Jewish person, it’s helps us appreciate other faith traditions.

[@jacquelinebourque8041]

France: I do genealogy . I see you have a French Canadian surname. Before being on Southern France we were Jews from Spain. I'll gladly give you much pertinent info if you ask. Shalom 🕎 🕎 🕎 Jackie Bourque Montreal

[@rutbrea8796]

My dear, you're the woman of valor spoken of in Torah. You're blessed with a great family, husband and home. Everything for holy Shabbat is beautifully arranged. Thanks for sharing with us your loving home, family, and Shabbat. Baruch HaShem!!!!

[@ronkropf3280]

To witness a people who have for millennia, disciplined themselves to take the sabbath edict so seriously and go to such great lengths to celebrate and sanctify it, is truly a most extraordinary tradition or value system that is totally beyond belief!

[@SonyasPrep]

🙌

[@isezit]

So few people have any understanding of sacredness in anything anymore. Those who do, hear the voice of this in Sonya's lifestyle. It is beautiful and GENUINE. This is a very blessed woman who is releasing blessing in her home continually. She is such a role model! Blessing to you Sonya-- God calls you the Proverbs 31 woman. Your reward will be great.

[@SonyasPrep]

🙈 Thank you 💓

[@mikesamovarov4054]

Why do you think people don't believe in sacret traditions anymore? I really hope that you're wrong 😢

[@theirmom4723]

@@mikesamovarov4054 Look at the world around you. It is obvious they don't

[@desertdog8006]

Thank you. This inspired me coincidentally with the following. I live in the Central Australian outback, mixed background with Jewish maternal grandmother. I am not religious but spiritual with indiginous influence living a simple western life here in the South Australian desert. God sent me the rural rabbi whilst he was travelling. I am now attending a Jewish connection Shabbat workshop in Melbourne , (pop 5 million, 2000 km away) Your video inspired me and I am excited and I am open that a new chapter in my life may be occurring. praise God. Thx. Mark

[@SonyasPrep]

Very exciting! Feel very touched to be a part of it in a small way…

[@evelynbethel5117]

Thank you Sonya .. I’m a Christian woman of God who just learn about that Sunday is Not Sabbath 😢.. heartbroken 💔 Thank you for your video. It was a blessing to me.

[@SonyasPrep]

Evelyn ❤️

[@cor-z8m]

Man has always had a need for spirituality… how beautiful to see so many wonderful ways to worship on KZbin. Respecting each others uniqueness is the key to a peaceful world .

[@Laura_Aisha]

Love the video! I am one of your Muslim followers, and even though we have different ways of doing things, I love the connection the Jewish community have with God. Love all your videos and recipes, I have try some myself and my husband loves them! Sending Much blessings to you and your lovely family.

[@SonyasPrep]

Thank you

[@liambrannelly45]

A beautiful woman and a beautiful religious tradition! Respect from a Roman Catholic :)

[@jacquelinebourque8041]

I was raised a RC... at 40 yrs old I found out my ancestors were NOT French but Jewish from Spain. It's a long story. Then "JESUS" came to me in a dream and said "GO.TO MY PEOPLE" Another miracle on how this happened... in 1991. JESUS IS A JEW ✡️ BUT HIS REAL HEBREW NAME IS YAHSHUA.

[@Lorijtarkett]

I am not Jewish but I LOVE this! Sonya, you are precious!

[@naomiburn8386]

I want to say, Sonya, that you are my role model, in your calmness and reasonableness and the generosity of your spirit in sharing not only information but your whole approach and attitude toward the observant lifestyle from a mother’s perspective. I pray that in a future life I will be blessed to reach your level.

[@SonyasPrep]

Wow, thank you!

[@nobarcos6641]

I’m not Jewish I’m a protestant Christian but I love your channel I love your traditions and I think you and your family are awesome may God continue to bless you and all you do and since I’m writing this on a Friday Shabbat shalom to you and yours

[@nursesunite1558]

i come from a fairly disfunctional family so when i see how hard you work for your kids and hubby it makes me wish my family is like yours

[@alison__16]

Yes please, I'd love to see another video on the traditions marking the end of Shabbat. This is so interesting to me, thank you for sharing it with us.

[@willowclay5406]

All people have flaws so God helps us to stay humble and minimize our sins. We must try to obey him everyday!

[@DeeDee-wx7fi]

Absolutely

[@maryneesmith6166]

I would love to see how you end Shabbat. Thank you for you are truly a beautiful blessing to me.

[@michellehouston91]

Sonya thank you for giving a glimpse of Shabbat...remember the sabbath and keep it holy...you have a beautiful heart posture Sonya...

[@mestrada4975]

Beautiful video of how to celebrate Shabbath. I grew up in Cuba and back in the 1930s, An american christian went to Cuba to evangelize and the corverted people went from a few to thousands. Many years after, when my family immigrated to USA, I learned how the doctrine my family accepted from that evangelist, was exactly as the orthodox Jewish. I love Israel, I love his people, I love their culture and I came here to see how you behave on Sabbath day. Thank you for sharing. ❤

[@holdenbabyboy]

Your video was so informative and brought back memories of Sundays. I am christian but Sundays were always church and family days. Thank you so much for sharing this special video.

[@SonyasPrep]

My pleasure

[@marjattaelliott1158]

Thank you for this video, I am new to how to celebrate Sabbath. This video was so beautiful . May God bless you and the family.❤❤❤, I am not anle to it all but I do what I can. Greetings from Finland

[@DavidPeretzchannel]

I can't express in words how your videos make me feel nostalgic. I miss my childhood so bad with my uncles and extended family to which we used to go for Shabbat.

[@goodshepherd3438]

Beautiful Sonya, I enjoyed it very much your video ❤ from a 79 yrs old lady from Canada

[@denisezdansky9877]

Although I’m Christian, the devotion and kindness that you have is amazing. I grew up in a very disconnected and cruel family. I would love to experience the Orthodox Jewish lifestyle.

[@SonyasPrep]

I’m sorry to read about how you grew up 😔

[@armymutt25A]

We have been friends with a Jewish family for many years. I was invited to Shabbat 2 years ago while on a work trip - they live about 5 hours from us now. Had a great time. This past year, my wife came up for the same trip and got to experience it. Always a fun time with them. We've been to two Bar Mitzvahs and have 1 more plus a Bat Mitzvah to go!

[@SonyasPrep]

How fun. So nice that you experienced all of that with them.

[@meirebrito7000]

Sonya, I am brazilian, I watching all yours videos. I Love The tradicional jewish. You have a beatyful family . Baruch Hashem

[@sherryammons2009]

Thank you Sonja for explaining what takes place during Shabbat to help those of us who are not Jewish to better understand and learn. I appreciate you very much. You are kind and patient sharing your recipes and ideas about various things. For instance explaining why you cover your hair, and about wigs, and all of the other interesting subjects you teach us about. It is very interesting to learn about other peoples and cultures. But I do have to admit I have a special place in my heart for Israel and her people . I am a Christian and pray faithfully for Israel and the Israelites. Thank you again for all the videos and time you spend with us! G_D Bless you and your beautiful family. Psalm 121, 122 & 91. 🙏🏻❤️🇮🇱🙏🏻🇺🇸❤️🙏🏻

[@alifewithluna4134]

Shabbat is one of the religious traditions that I wish would have been kept in Christianity, it’s such a beautiful tradition lovingly given by the Most High.

[@orland0110]

Reminder on Sonya! It is so awesome you have another video! You are doing such an amazing job with these videos since there is so many people who can learn so many things from watching them.

[@elizabetharnephie86]

I am not a Jew but I salute you the way you and your family interact and spending that quality time without any interruption of TV and Technology. I have always believed in that . When you at the dinning table spend that quality interaction with each other. Sonia I love your multitasking because I am the same. I love when my kitchen is spotless. I really am grateful to my mother for teaching me these qualities and I have continued this in my life and have instill this to both my daughters. Must say you are an amazing cook. I love cooking and love trying new dishes. Thank you for sharing. Stay blessed.

[@SonyasPrep]

Aww that means a lot, thank you for watching

[@mikesamovarov4054]

I believe we should not indulge in sin of screen addiction on ANY day. I don't think it's Shabbat specific! I'm a conservative Jew, so I will definitely use tech on Shabbat, but only specific to my Judaism learning or driving to a Synagogue. Should I use horses instead, to cross two cities? Can't afford it, living in an apartment 😂 My Synagogue is not close! Yeah.. Shabbat Shalom! 💙

[@lena-roseorlando219]

Fascinating what you all do for Shabbat. Blessings….

[@uzeela]

Thank you Sonya for sharing ...your such a beautiful person.....and yes please do the closing of shabbat...

[@savingpeace8452]

Can you please do a prep video on the other preparations like do you have to prepare other parts of the house can you wash dishes on Shabbat do you have to pre tear toilet paper or other things like that to prepare for Shabbat coming in

[@lidiasoares5675]

I'm a Catholic, but I have always been interested in learning about Jewish Tradition because that's what I believe, the Tradition Our Lord Jesus would have grown up in!! Thank you so much for sharing with everybody, Jews and non-Jews alike!

[@dbruinslot]

As a Christian that loves the Torah this was very helpful. Thank you!

[@kathleengilmartin1180]

Such a beautiful way of life, how different and positive so many things in life would be if we practiced a life a prayer, healthy meals, embracing family and quieting the day in a place reflection and gratitude ❤️ Sonya, thank you for opening your home to us 🙏🏼

[@SonyasPrep]

❤️❤️❤️

[@shannalynch4794]

I worship on Sabbath as well. This is just beautiful. This is how the Sabbath should be. A time for God and family. ❤❤❤Great memories for the kids.

[@adventisthome778]

As a Seventh-day Adventist I take a lot of inspiration from your Shabbat celebrations.

[@kathyhester3066]

Thank you for this video & yes I would like to see a video about "saying good-bye to Shabbat". I was watching another woman who is also Orthodox & many of us asked her to be a bit more informative about Shabbat, but she has never responded. You have answered many of my questions. Again Thank You.

[@karav8133]

That was wonderful, thank you Sonya. I would love to hear about the ending of Shabbat as well when you can share that with us.

[@SonyasPrep]

Will do!

[@Everythingfreshandsassy]

TRAAAHHHHDITION!!! ~Fiddler on the Roof -. These traditions, lessons and bonding time is soooooooo important to have healthy children, marriage, family and community. Thank you for sharing your way of celebrating your Shabbat. Shalom.

[@שמריתפלדמן]

Hi Sonya, I am from Israel. I like seeing your videos. As a religious jewish woman I know that you can't describe to a secular or non-jewish person what is Shabat. One must join you and experience it by himself if he like to understand it or feel it. Shabat is something you can't discribe in words. It is like another dimension.

[@genesistorevelation6045]

I agree 100% with you... I am in Ireland and struggle to explain Shabbat... because you can't explain - it is, like you say, inexplicably perfect ❤

[@Mim20201]

מקווה שאת מבינה עברית אני מישראל וממש נהנית מהסרטונים שלך תודה רבה :)

[@s.steinberg3853]

Dear Sonya, if you see this, it says "I hope you understand Hebrew, I'm from Israel ans so enjoy your videos. Todah Rabah! From Mihal Isaacov

[@sassygrammy1258]

I have a Jewish friend who lives in northern Israel and I remember when she got a large table that would seat her family. She had just gotten the table and I was visiting in her home. She was so excited and couldn’t wait to show me. I have a large table and enjoy gathering my family after church for a Sunday meal. I became interested in Shabbat and studied the traditions and meanings. Having done that, I appreciate her excitement about the table. I have been in Jerusalem several times on Shabbat and the hotels are filled with Jewish families observing Shabbat. I enjoy your videos very much.

[@sth6664]

Thank you, Sonya, for sharing your spiritual life experience with us! God is Love, and you prove it everyday with your selfless love to your family!

[@cianojoasil1903]

Amen!!

[@bilingualbaby-english]

I’m so exited about this video!!

[@SonyasPrep]

Me too. I hope you like it.

[@ssahar5422]

Dear Sonya, coming mysef from a bucharian home and living alone for the pase 6,5 years, iImust say that your videos are good reminders of old times and put much smile on my face. I wish you a shabbat shalom from Germany. Rachmat.

[@plhm33]

I love hearing about your family traditions. I am not Jewish, but what I have learned from watching your channel is how Shabbat is all about family and tradition. We might celebrate differently but in the end it still spiritual and about having family time.

[@jacquelinebourque8041]

Her husband is blessed having this "pearl of great price"

[@josephinerago8259]

Thank you for a look into your life on the weekends. The children are so sweet. It was a pleasure learning this!!!!

[@alemayehuwoldemichael585]

Beautifully organized Shabbat shalom! Peace in Jesus'name!

[@TRoth858]

My great grandfather was a Rabbi. I didn't know him, but I have always been proud to know that. I'm a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, who are very much in to our families, and keeping the sabbath day holy. We don't have as many of the traditions that the Jewish people do, but for sure we can relate to hearing people say our faith is too restrictive. We don't feel that way, just as you don't. My son and I are watching the show The Chosen which is about Jesus Christ and his disciples. The show stays true to the customs of the Jewish people. We've both learned so much from the show. I have great respect for all that you do. Especially the part of spending time with your family. You're so right abt the world being a crazy place. It's so busy, so loud. Thank you so much for sharing your beliefs and culture with us. Shalom!

[@GitzenShiggles]

Warms my heart to watch this.

[@callas12345]

Your videos are such a blessing to me. I am a practicing Catholic. I cover my face and pray the Shema in Hebrew morning and evening, each time with a Jewish prayer (in English). I begin and end each day in prayer. You are a great example of a Godly mother. May the Lord always richly bless you and your family. Thank you for your videos.

[@marialaguer4871]

Beautiful. Thank you so much for letting us into your beautiful home ❤️🙏

[@ceevee1853]

Jesus Christ would be proud. I am a Christian. I was raised in Catholic and Nazarene Christian churches. I always wonder about the traditions we are supposed to keep and not to keep. You seem peaceful as God wants us to be. I always do my best to listen to what God wants. I pray for discernment, ask The Holy Spirit to minister to me and to see God’s face. When I saw Jesus Christ, he said I didn’t know his name. So I looked it up and it was originally Yeshua Hamashiach. I’ve enrolled into The Hebrew University Of Jerusalem and am learning Biblical Hebrew. How beautiful and poetic is the Biblical Hebrew language. I didn’t know how many languages stemmed from Biblical Hebrew. How amazing and intricate are the things of The Father, The Son and The Holy Spirit? Hallelujah! May God bless, protect, guide and minister to you and your family in Jesus Christ/Yeshua Hamashiach’s name, Amem 🙏🏼✝️

[@johannaprice7089]

Shalom Sonya, I loved your video, your candle sticks are gorgeous and I just love Shabbat. I’m Hebrew and our Shabbat looks much like yours. The only difference is when we as women and our children stay home our time is spent studying and reading Yahuah’s word. Because we believe although it’s a rest day it still belongs to The Most High and our own pleasures are secondary. I don’t have little children but I think I’ll tell my husband I should sleep in on Saturday mornings🤣🤣. I like to see the difference in how we all celebrate Shabbat. Thank you for sharing, I really enjoyed. Also I would love to see how you & your family Havdalah

[@BrendaJones492]

Thank you for sharing your Shabbat practice. You do all things well as usual. Your home is beautiful.

[@Lana-sage]

So much of beauty and kindness. Thank you very much for this video.

[@wandaboria2591]

Thank you for sharing your Shabbat experience with us non Jewish that love your tradition n dedication to God

[@orland0110]

Such a wonderful Shabbat video! You are just the greatest Sonya!

[@jtpaar1732]

Really interesting rituals/traditions and I wish I understood them better with regard to the history of the Jewish culture which I find fascinating. Much respect for you to share this with us. Thank you.

[@vasilisavassileva9231]

Yes, please... do a video for Havdalah ❤ thank you

[@ivelissessandoval2884]

You are a good wife mother and a good teacher thank you i would like to learn the good bye of the Sabbath

[@SonyasPrep]

So sweet thank you

[@annholmes9650]

I loved this video - Sonya seems to be a lovely gentle person. I am not Jewish, but I have long been very interested in Judaism. Thank you very much for sharing. Blessings to you all. X x x

[@lucindasmith7893]

I've sitting here having my coffee thinking about your site which I just found two weeks ago I love that you have visited me with your grace and charm I think a lot of women would say I want that but I think you have to have the intention the grace and love to be able to genuinely take on as much as you have especially from such a young woman as yourself I'm 72 and I'm finally getting it I think have to shake off the charms of what culture has told us we should and learn to see what should be you're in my prayers thank you for my your site please keep ministering to us

[@serenaj155]

You’re so considerate and honest, we appreciate you Sonya 🩵

[@Musick79]

So much more calming than how we do it, but I work….we gave up on homemade and get take out to home to crash for the evening. Your China and silver is beautiful but mostly your organization to allow for the calm and joy of Shabbat to be experienced.

[@SonyasPrep]

I work as well, it isn't easy and we for sure have moments when we order in salads and such when needed. At the end of the day it's the memories you make and share with loved loved ones thats important.

[@shinesprite4214]

I'm so happy you are doing this! I cant wait to see how your family celebrates Shabbat. 🥰

[@jiyahanoch7002]

Hi Sonya, I belong to Christianity but really like your videos very interesting to know about your traditionals thank you for this video 🤍 blessings

[@Lessa21able]

it is very good to understand more about what we have been grafted into.

[@dcrelief]

just today I prayed, asking what to do on shabbat. Praise G-d from whom all blessings flow. Thanks Sonya!

[@ministerlilliancobos3364]

Lovely video Sonya! I'd love to see a Havdalah ceremony. I'll bet it's as lovely as the rituals of Shabbat

[@yesabenson]

What a beautiful table you spread! And how lovely that all the care and planning for this is done weekly and that you and your family look forward to if each week!

[@sandraskalnik387]

You have such a beautiful spirit. I just enjoy listening to you talk so much. Your little ones are just precious and you care for them so lovingly. I am not Jewish but I have many Jewish friends and you have helped me to understand their customs and their religious practices. I can’t wait for your next video when they come up.

[@SonyasPrep]

Awww thank you

[@jeannetrangata]

This is so beautiful and very much appreciated. I found myself tearing up, when you were lighting the candles, because I can feel the love you have for God and your family. Thank you for inviting us into your beautiful, peaceful home- and sharing this private part of your life.

[@SonyasPrep]

thank you!

[@LostinMayberry]

Fond memories of Shabbos and Passover at my Aunt and Uncles house. I’ve always always been deeply fascinated with Judaism. I used to babysit for a Jewish family that had a lot of texts and 1970’s reform workbooks I devoured.

[@colleenorrick5415]

Thank you for sharing what Shabbat is like in your family. I’m not Jewish. I feel like I am getting a much better understanding of Judaism from watching your videos. It’s beautiful that you have the special time with your family. I imagine your kids will have fond memories of their childhood Shabbats. You are so kind and patient and so well organised!

[@maryyepez6848]

This was very instructive and beautiful. Thank you.

[@YT4Me57]

Thank you for sharing your experiences and thoughts on the Shabbat practice. I'm a Christian and many of our practices are similar. The difference is that we are not prohibited from what can be viewed as 'work'. That being said, most Christians do keep our Sundays free of labor as much as possible by preparing meals, cleaning the day before, and viewing Sunday as a day of worship and rest. Women attend church services in the Christian community; even with small children. But that's made easier because there is no prohibition against driving or riding in a vehicle. I remember Sundays as being a very special, God and family oriented day when I was a child. At Church we practice Communion once a month (some do more), and therefore we have the blessing over the wine and the bread too. Great memories. Now that I am in my 60s I try to continue that tradition.

[@davidleavitt835]

Y'shua is Jewish and He kept the seventh day Sabbath. Try it.♥️

[@gailmiller6333]

@@davidleavitt835 Suggestion: Stop sounding self righteous. Even though you put a heart at the end, there was NO Christ love in it the comment only self righteous sarcasm. I’m a Christ follower who also keeps Shabbat, however I also follow Galatians 5:22-25. To quote you, “Try it.” Goodby and take care.🙏🏿

[@davidleavitt835]

@@gailmiller6333 hi. I spoke genuinely out of love.

[@benatural49]

I grew up Christian too and went to church on Sunday. Didn't know anything about Shabbat or the Sabbath until 5 years ago. My parents certainly didn't know. I do observe the Sabbath now by myself and fellowship with another couple in their home. We don't do any of the "traditions" but do love keeping the Sabbath and reading the Torah portions. I enjoy reading how everyone does their Shabbat and/or holy days.

[@diane.stewart537]

You are so generous in explaining. I am grateful.

[@lollipop8393]

What a beautiful time to celebrate together. Toda Raba, Shalom!

[@mrscp04]

Absolutely beautiful tradition. Thank you for sharing. I love the focus on God, family and food. The absolute best things in life. ♥️

[@divineangelic2727]

Dear Sonya. Thank you for inviting to your beautiful home and delicious food and blessings of your children 🙏🍰☕️🍷🍾😀

[@liliagavrilov4166]

Sonya, enjoyed watching this video. You are so honest with your Shabbat experience.

[@jackiewilson925]

Thankyou fir sharing such a spiritual and lovely tradition that continues from one generation to another, please continue to share your life with us , much respect from Miami.🙏

[@rosannashe6313]

I would love to see the good bye to the shabbat ceremony. I really love your videos. So wonderful!

[@Aiko2-26-9]

This is just the video I was hoping for. I have learned so much about your traditions from your videos but the most important day was missing. I am a Christian but I think in many of the Protestant churches we have lost the deep meaning and blessings that come from ritual and tradition. After watching this I spent time with my husband talking about how we could incorporate more intentional ritual and structure into our worship and honor God better on the Lord's Day.

[@SonyasPrep]

Beautiful. There is nothing like dedicating time to family and God. I believe its the core to a great family unit.

[@lenahmaranga9921]

so many of us got soo busy with life that worship and shabbat is forgotten. Thank you Sonia!

[@theresahouck3516]

I believe the first thing we Christians should do is celebrate the Sabbath on the 7th day, just like Abba told us. How in the world did HIS 4th Commandment get changed to Sunday.???

[@Aiko2-26-9]

@@theresahouck3516 You should definitely follow your conscience about what day to worship but the reason most Christians worship on Sunday is because there are a number of Biblical references to the Church meeting on the first day of the week, honoring the resurrection, right from the early days. There are several references in Acts and the Epistles. Acts 20:6 and 1 Corinthians 16:2 are two places that mention gathering on the first day. Ask God in prayer, discuss with your spiritual leaders and then follow your conscience. And avoid judging others.

[@theresahouck3516]

@@Aiko2-26-9 God will judge. His 4th commandment several times, only about 160 plus times tells us to REMEMBER HIS SABBATH. He knew we would forget. Actually if you check back in history, Constantine, the ROMAN emporer changed his Holy Sabbath Day in 321 because he was a SUN worshipper. Search and ye shall find. It is the honor of kings to search a matter out.

[@same5952]

Thank you so much for this insight into Shabbat. You're so blessed to have your faith to guide you. Bless you and your family and your faith.

[@jenmorrison3343]

Thank you so much Sonya for this beautiful video! I would love to see a video of the closing of Shabbat!

[@Love-x1i3f]

Beautiful 💗 very similar to how we celebrate the Shabbat in Israel 😘

[@Lessa21able]

I would love to see more of how Shabbat is finished. since Covid we have hosted people at our table on Friday and though it isn't shabbat it does feel like a good end to a week and a way to have friend time and to reconnect to a less electronic time. Your videos bring to life so much of the culture and reasons for some customs, so thank you so much; now, if only I could get that Challah braid done properly hahaha