Get Your Tisha B’Av Questions Answered

Got questions about Tisha B'Av? My Jewish Learning has answers.

Tisha B’Av, a fast day commemorating the destruction of the two Temples thousands of years ago, is the most mournful observance of the Jewish year, but it can also feel somewhat obscure. Why should we mourn such an ancient tragedy? And how? And what relevance does it have for today?

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We can help. My Jewish Learning offers numerous opportunities to get your holiday questions answered and connect to other MJL community members in advance of the holiday.

Join a Facebook Live Q&A

Get your holiday questions answered by a pro! Rabbi Danielle Upbin will be holding a live interactive Q&A session on Facebook. To join, go to the  MJL Facebook page on Thursday, August 8 at 6 pm EST.

Submit Your Questions

Got a question that can’t wait? Send an email directly to community@myjewishlearning.com.

Learn More and Make Friends

Join Let’s Talk Jewish Holidays, MJL’s holiday discussion group on Facebook to ask your burning questions about Tisha B’Av, share your past holiday experiences, and discuss your plans for this year.

Read Our Guides

MJL has loads of resources on Tisha B’Av observance. A great place to start is with our Tisha B’Av 101 article. After that, check out our many other pieces on Tisha B’Av customs, texts, prayers, and more.

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Tisha B’Av 2017

Tisha B'Av (the ninth day of the Hebrew month of Av) begins at sunset on Monday, July 31, and continues until the evening of August 1.