Shavuot commemorates the spring harvest and the giving of the Torah on Mount Sinai.

In 2026, Shavuot begins at sunset on Thursday, May 21 and ends at sundown on Saturday, May 23.

What to look forward to in synagogue on Shavuot.

The focus is on the Jew's relationship with God and fulfilling God's commandments.

These are traditionally found both in the home and the synagogue.

Some of the customs associated with this holiday display remnants of the agricultural tradition.

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Shavuot is one of the rare Jewish holidays that really specifies a dairy meal.READ: Why Do We Eat Cheesecake on Shavuot?Some ...

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If you ask me, Shavuot doesn’t get the attention it deserves. Judaism has a lot of holidays, and it’s understandable ...