Rest from labor on the first day of Sukkot.
This mitzvah commands us to sanctify the first day of Sukkot as a day of rest. On this day, Jews refrain from laborious work to emphasize the holiness of the festival, which celebrates both the harvest season and Hashem’s protection of Israel in the wilderness. By resting, the community dedicates itself to joy, gratitude, and fulfillment of the festival’s commandments, such as dwelling in the sukkah and rejoicing with the four species.
Commentary & Classical Explanation:
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