Shabbat shalom or Shabbat Shalom is Hebrew expression used by Jews as a greeting during the Shabbat (the 7th day of the week, corresponding to Saturday).
Literally, Shabbat shalom means "Saturday of Peace", but it can also be interpreted as "peace in your weekly rest", and is often used among the Jews during the period of the Shabbat, which starts at sunset on Friday and ends at sunset on Saturday.
According to the Bible, the shabbat (Saturday) is considered the “day of rest” and is dedicated exclusively to balancing the harmony of families with God. All professional and financial obligations must be avoided during the shabbat. Today Jews and many Christians "keep the Sabbath," which means they don't work and dedicate the day to God.
The term Shalom it is quite common in Hebrew greetings and salutations, literally meaning "peace." Interestingly, this Hebrew word originated from the Arabic salaam, which also has the same meaning: “peace”.
Learn more about the meaning of Shalom.
O Shabbat shalom can be said either as a greeting or a farewell, but only during the period of the Shabbat.
Comparatively, the Shabbat shalom it would correspond to “hello”, “good morning” or “goodbye”, followed by a wish of good health and happiness for the individual and his/her entire family.
Also know the meanings of salamaleic and Shalom Adonai.
