During the hottest time of the summer, when the land of Israel is parched and dry, we pause for the holiday of Tisha b’AvThe holiday on which the destruction of the Temples in Jerusalem is commemorated through fasting and prayers.. It commemorates the destruction of the first and second temples in Jerusalem and provides the opportunity to mourn for the suffering of our people and suffering throughout the world. Other minor fast days remind us of additional events from our shared history, and provide opportunities for reflection in our hectic lives.Â
“You weep with us in the darkest night / But raise us in joy in morning’s light.”
“May the new orchard bloom, and the First Fruits be blessed”
“May we honor the earth that has received the remnants of that which has been destroyed”
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