The answer is: 4th

Deut 5:12

The Fourth Commandment invites us into the rhythm of rest, setting apart a day for renewal. It might surprise you to learn that the Sabbath has deep roots that can be traced back not just to religious law but to the creation tradition itself. In Genesis, we see God taking the seventh day to rest, not out of fatigue, but to demonstrate the importance of pause and reflection.

Interestingly, the concept of a day of rest isn’t unique to the Judeo-Christian traditions. Other ancient cultures also recognized a time to step back; our restful rhythms seem to echo a universal human need for balance. Some argue that these cycles help combat stress and promote wellbeing. Studies today extol the benefits of taking regular breaks—you could say the Fourth Commandment was ahead of its time!

Moreover, this commandment emphasizes social justice, too. When Exodi 23:12 quotes, "In it you shall not do any work, you, your son, your daughter, your male slave, your female slave, your ox, your donkey, or any of your animals," it lays down a principle of equality. Everyone, from servants to animals, is accorded the dignity of rest, underscoring an ethic many of us continue to chase in modern dialogues about labor practices and rights. So, engaging with the Fourth Commandment invites deeper consideration beyond a day off; it encourages compassion in how we structure our lives and communities.