Celebrate

The tragic events commemorated on this day of fasting and mourning.

Holocaust commemorations have--and should have--some common elements.

Would Yom haShoah be associated with other tragedies, connected to heroism--or stand on its own?

After much debate, a compromise date--satisfactory to none--is chosen.

Tradition gives a separate reason for the fall of each Temple.

The customs and rituals all relate to mourning practices.

In mystical terms, this is a period of time leading to the unification of the male and female aspects of the Divine.

Rabbinic tradition sees her as a virtuous woman who is rewarded for her behavior.

Understanding the prophet's experience

Relating to a silent God.

Does Jewish suffering threaten commitment to God's covenant?

God, too, is bound by this divine agreement.