What a strange juxtaposition. What a challenging reality! Erev Shavuot and I, along with family, were in synagogue to celebrate the holiday and granddaughter’s Confirmation. As the service ended, we became aware of the horror [Read more…]
Judaism’s pilgrimage festivals, particularly Shavuot and Passover, were tied to agriculture. Shavuot marked the wheat harvest and the giving of the Torah. Following the Second Temple’s destruction, Shavuot became associated with religious significance. Modern observances include dairy foods and all-night Torah study, reflecting renewed agricultural ties in Israel and communal celebrations. [Read more…]
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