Tisha B'Av

While “deserted gates” paints the visual picture, this solitude extends beyond the physical reality and into the allegorical psychological state of the mournful city and its inhabitants.

On this Tisha Be’Av, 36 years since our aliyah, our family has done its share to “regain the old greatness of our country.”

Perhaps the Three Weeks should no longer be a time of just mourning but rather a time for [becoming] more sensitive to the needs of others.

The Grand Mufti of Jerusalem Sheikh Muhammad Hussein demanded that the site be protected and held the Israeli government responsible for any escalation.

"It’s time to vote with our feet and send a clear message to the world that we truly believe that the Temple Mount is ours and we truly hope and pray for the rebuilding of the Third Temple."

Levy owns another property on the corner of Lutz Street and Jaffa Street, extending half-way toward King George Street

Mourning is a retreat from life and awakens essential questions, dilemmas the Talmud seeks to reconcile.

The Nine Days begin on the first day of the Hebrew month of Av, nine days before the fast of Tisha Be'av (the ninth day of Av).

Our economy is strong, unemployment is down, philanthropy is at an all-time high and people are happy! Even with the gravity of the security threats facing Israel, we feel safe and secure.

Shtetl Skills sessions also tie into the Jewish lunar calendar, often connected to holidays. For example,on Shavuot the Jewish Farm School offers bread making and beer brewing classes.