Jewish holidays

Tisha B’Av: Can Jews mourn destruction while witnessing national rebirth?

Rabbi Akiva’s smile offers a model for Tisha B’Av, allowing Jews to grieve past destruction while recognizing the beginnings of restoration.

JULY 19, 2026|ByMOSHE TARAGIN

MEASURE OF HOPE: Celebrating freed hostages on Simchat Torah in Moshav Lavon, Oct. 14, 2025.

An ultra-Orthodox jew prays at the Westen Wall July 17, 2002 on Tisha B'Av

The breached walls we must rebuild this Seventeenth of Tamuz - opinion

This fast day is a reminder that destruction begins inside when unity fails and division takes root.

JULY 1, 2026|ByRABBI SHMUEL RABINOWITZ

Dina Gavriely: ‘My task was clear – create vibrant and joyful texts.’

Meet the Israeli author making Jewish texts accessible for children

The first book I received of Dina’s series of three was her Scroll of Ruth, most appropriate since Shavuot was only a week away.

MAY 31, 2026|ByDAVID GEFFEN

The beauty and frustration of Shavuot at the Western Wall

On Shavuot morning, the prayer groups at the Western Wall are composed of Jews of different stripes and appearances, creating a broader cross-section of Jewish life than is there at other times.

MAY 30, 2026|ByALAN ROSENBAUM

Sukkot candle lighting times for Israel and US

See Sukkot times for your area.

OCTOBER 6, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Scents of a new beginning | Consumerism

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.

OCTOBER 5, 2025ByMEITAL SHARABI

What festive fun is being held across Israel for Sukkot?

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

OCTOBER 5, 2025ByBARRY DAVIS

THE BAROQUE CHOIR at the Abu Gosh Festival.

Sukkot 2025: Fun family activities in Jerusalem for the holiday

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

OCTOBER 3, 2025ByRONIT ANSBACHER, JOANNA SHEBSON

Sukkot 2025: ‘How beautiful was the journey’

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.

OCTOBER 3, 2025ByRABBI SHMUEL RABINOWITZ

TWO HASSIDIC children carrying ‘schach’: Beneath it, we find shelter.

Traveling during Sukkot? A new trail system awaits your discovery

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.

OCTOBER 2, 2025ByMEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV

Beach celebration: This is what awaits you at Mosh Beach during Sukkot

For the first time this Sukkot, Beer & Beats Festival at Mosh Beach, Achziv offers four nights of live music, beer garden, wine, sunset yoga, and family activities – all free.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2025ByMEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV