When Jesus came on the scene what was the position of the Sabbath in the minds and hearts of worshipers of the true God? The Sabbath was the sign of the creator God and of their covenant relationship with God. It marked, which God they worshiped. See Ex 31:13-17, Deut. 5:12-15 and Ezekiel 20:12. All Jews were fully aware of their tragic history regarding the cruel exile.
