Jewish holidays

Jews use heritage words after their families stopped speaking their immigrant languages, expressions of love said to children by older generations that preserve ancestral languages and memories.

From the groves of Corfu and Cephalonia to the orchards of Tiberias and Jaffa, the saga of the etrog under Ottoman rule reveals how a fruit became entangled in struggles of faith and trade.

Emissaries build community by opening doors, inviting people in, and making space for every Jew to feel connected, whether they are deeply observant or taking their first steps toward Jewish identity

I was a seven-year-old army brat, a Norfolk Tars baseball fan, and my father, Lt.-Col. Louis Geffen, had finally completed his six-year tour of duty as a judge advocate in World War II.

A rundown on the Sukkot's history and meaning, differing customs, and rules for when Yom Tov begins and ends.

See Sukkot times for your area.

New perfumes for men and women for the holiday season — from luxury niche to accessible and everyday — in a guide to the best fragrances for the new year.

Cultural events abound up and down the country, taking in ad hoc events, annual festivals, and institutions laying on special programs for the week.

Here are some exciting Sukkot events that promise an unforgettable Jerusalem holiday experience this year.

And this harmony – between the beauty of nature and the peaceful heart of the Jew who trusts in God and thanks Him for all the good – this is the very essence of Sukkot.

Tishrei holidays begin with a gift for hikers: A new trail system in Timna Park, circular routes for the whole family, the 24 km Timna Loop trail, and 70 km of cycling paths.