What role do traditions play in observing the Sabbath?

The problem with traditions is that they can become burdensome and take precedence over what God truly desires for us: mercy and faith. In Mark 7:8, Jesus criticizes the Pharisees for holding onto human traditions while neglecting God's commandments. Observing the Sabbath should not be about legalistic rules, but about recognizing our need for grace and spiritual rest in Christ. Instead of focusing on human traditions, believers should aim to embody the love and mercy that God intended with the law.