Jewish Holidays

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History of Sukkot

This agricultural holiday dates back to biblical times and has evolved over time.

Strengthening Bonds

We draw closer to God as the month of Tishrei draws to a close.

Ushpizin: Welcoming Guests

A ritual inviting symbolic guests into the Sukkah

Joshua Chapter 1: A New Leader

The Haftarah reading for Simchat Torah.

Deuteronomy 14:22-16:17: Tithing, Sabbaticals and Pilgrimage

A connection between Sukkot and this "eighth day of assembly."

Reading The Story of Creation on Simchat Torah

The second Torah reading for Simchat Torah

Deuteronomy 33:1-34:12: The Death of Moses

The first Torah reading for Simchat Torah

Torah and Diaspora

A Simchat Torah covenant for Jewish survival

Closing the Season of Repentance

Hoshanah Rabbah, the seventh day of Sukkot, marks the thematic end of the High Holiday period.

How Simchat Torah Came To Be

A new identity for the second day of Shemini Atzeret.

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