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This word remember is here very emphatical; and,
1. It reminds us of a former delivery of the substance of this command, to wit, Gen_2:3.
2. It insinuates the great necessity of consideration and preparation for the sabbath before it comes,
3. It shows the singular importance of this command, which is therefore placed in the heart and centre of the rest, to show that the religious observation of this is the best way to secure our obedience to all the rest, and that the neglect of this will bring in the violation of all the other, as common experience shows.
To keep it holy, i.e. to use it holily, by a careful abstinence from servile works or worldly business, and by a diligent employing of the day in holy thoughts, words, and exercises, in the worship of God in public and private, and the celebration of his works, and the furthering of our own and others’ sanctification and salvation. See Isa_58:13.