Simhat Torah
Are there other lessons from October 7? - opinion
The October 7 massacre fell on 22 Tishrei – Shmini Atzeret and Simchat Torah, two days that signify the highest joy: one completing the festival of Sukkot, the other our rejoicing in the Torah itself
The breached walls we must rebuild this Seventeenth of Tamuz - opinion
Beyond the Headlines: A fallen soldier's widow remarries, stories of renewal inspire - opinion
Freedom under fire: Independence Day and the shared song of Israel-Iran resilience - opinion
'Who’s the fool who told you boys don’t cry?' Approaching Simchat Torah with sorrow
This was the year an entire nation learned to cry – unashamedly and without restraint.
Simchat Torah: Grasping the divine strands of joy
It’s strained, if not seemingly impossible, to embody joy right now. The divine strands of joy around us are so dim as to be nearly invisible.
Come together: The importance of unity on Simchat Torah - opinion
It is precisely at the one-year anniversary of Hamas's massacre that the holiday of Simchat Torah comes along, with its unique message about the centrality of unity.
Shemini Atzeret and Simhat Torah 2024: Candle-lighting times for Israel and US
See chag times in your area.
The Herzogs host displaced youth ahead of Simhat Torah - opinion
Herzog, who has taken a particular interest in the hostages, mentions them at every opportunity, and did so when concluding his session with the youngsters.
On Simchat Torah, we dance because we refuse to let the darkness win - opinion
How can we dance again? It’s not just a question for Simchat Torah; it’s a question for every moment we face after loss, after tragedy, after the world splits wide open.
Simchat Torah: Celebration vs. Mourning
Finding joy in Simchat Torah amid Israel’s struggles post-October 7 – opinion
Many are grappling with how to celebrate the holidays amid Israel’s many struggles, but Simcha Torah brings a message of hope and strength.
Rabbis discuss Simchat Torah and unity in polarized, post-Oct. 7 Jewish society
The Jerusalem Post Podcast with Aaron Reich and Tal Spungin.
Simchat Torah: Using joy to overcome pain
Psychological theory offers some important understanding of how we can approach this year’s Simchat Torah.
