Today is the 10th of Tevet, a minor fast day that symbolizes the first of a series of events which led to the destruction of the First Temple.
For more information, read our article on the why we commemorate this day.
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Empty, Full
If sweeping away all leaven symbolizes freedom, then maybe the Omer is a time to fill ourselves with that which truly leavens.
The Omer as a Period of Mourning
An overview of the restrictions Jews traditionally observe during the 49 day period between Passover and Shavuot.
