s the Prophets declared long ago, ritual and ceremony are not of the essence of religion. However, they are a means of making religious truth more vivid and inspiring to the worshipper. Following are brief descriptions of the major Jewish holidays celebrated at Emanu-El, their significance and some associated practices.
Shavuot
While having its roots as an agricultural holiday and being the third of the “pilgrimage festivals,” Shavuot in a modern context is most significant for being the “Festival for Giving the Torah.” Read More »
June 9, 2008 [5768]
While having its roots as an agricultural holiday and being the third of the “pilgrimage festivals,” Shavuot in a modern context is most significant for being the “Festival for Giving the Torah.” Read More »
