Sukkot

Freedom under fire: What Passover means in a time of war - comment

In a year of war, Jewish holidays reflect reality, where freedom is less about ideals and more about safety and survival.

|ByHERB KEINON
On Wednesday night, we will talk about freedom, with the specter of ballistic missiles, safe rooms, and red-alert sirens still fresh in our minds.
One should act heroically like a lion to get up in the morning to serve his Creator, the ‘Shulchan Aruch’ says.

Everyday heroines: Quiet burden of Israeli anchors waiting at home during wartime

While soldiers served for months, their partners carried the home front alone; now facing the emotional aftermath few see.

|ByMICHAL RONESS
PASSAGES PARTICIPATES in the March for Israel on the National Mall in Washington, November 2023. Though it may feel as though we are wandering in our own desert, we cling to the promises and steadfastness of God, says the writer.

Caring as a Christian: Standing in solidarity and obedience - opinion

Though it may feel as though we are wandering in our own desert, we cling to the promises and steadfastness of God.

|ByGRACE KEATHLY
An Israeli military vehicle drives on the Syrian side of the ceasefire line, as seen from Majdal Shams in the Golan Heights, January 6, 2025.

WATCH: Defense Ministry sappers destroy decades-old Syrian ammo removed from Golan Heights outpost

The Ein Almin outpost was abandoned by the Syrian army during the Six Day War. It had been one of the largest Syrian miltary positions in the region.

|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

In departure from tradition, Herzog fails to hold Sukkot open house

Given the security situation this year, Herzog decided to give young people the opportunity to have their say.

OCTOBER 20, 2024ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
President Isaac Herzog sets up a sukkah at the President's Residence

IDF troops build sukkah in the Gaza Strip, amid ongoing war

"This sukkah is not just a physical place, but a symbol of hope and faith that we will continue to stand our ground with courage," Moskowitz added. 

OCTOBER 20, 2024ByYANIR YAGNA
Troops celebrate Sukkot in the Gaza Strip.

Sukkot 2024: Wineries, breweries, and festivities

Where will you be during Hol Hamoed? If you haven't decided yet, check out the list of Sukkot events we’ve compiled for you.

OCTOBER 18, 2024ByOSNAT GUETA
At the visitor center of Yatir Winery

Tradition, aesthetics, and comfort: How to design your sukkah the right way

Creating a sukkah has become an integral part of holiday preparations, blending Jewish tradition with modern design.

OCTOBER 18, 2024ByWALLA! HOME, DESIGN
Sukkot Nechalim

Jerusalem highlights: October 18-24

What's new to do in Israel's capital?

OCTOBER 18, 2024ByHAGAY HACOHEN
Chen Lev Ari in 'The Fox and the Tree.'

Israel's path to unity in the Sukkah - opinion

We must remember the spirit of Sukkot in the midst of burgeoning tensions in and outside of Israel.

OCTOBER 18, 2024ByDAVID STAV
A man is seen constructing a sukkah for the Sukkot holiday.

Grapevine: Friendship at the feast

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

OCTOBER 17, 2024ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
THE NEW reading room of the National Library of Israel.

We bought the viral Amazon ‘tuchus’ boxes for Sukkot. What does that say about us?

Jews across the US shelled out about $15 for a dozen ready-to-construct cardboard boxes emblazoned with Hebrew letters that spelled a phonetic variation on “tuchus” — the Yiddish word meaning “butt."

OCTOBER 16, 2024ByPHILISSA CRAMER/JTA
Rabbi Yael Buechler is displaying her Amazon "tuchus" boxes in her Sukkah, October 2024.

Jerusalem tributes Spanish poet Federico Garcia Lorca for Sukkot

Tribute evening to Spanish poet Federico Garcia Lorca at the Jerusalem Confederation House’s Ushpizin Poetry & Song Festival.

OCTOBER 16, 2024ByMARION FISCHEL
Frederico Garcia Lorca at University Theater The Chack in Granada, Andalusia, where he taught, in 1932.

Building a sukkah doesn’t make sense this year in Asheville, North Carolina - opinion

I am not building a sukkah this year because I just spent two weeks cooking and eating every meal outside. It was hard and frustrating.

OCTOBER 16, 2024ByJOANIE TERRIZZI/JTA
A helicopter flies near damaged buildings following the passing of Hurricane Helene, in Bat Cave, North Carolina, U.S., September 30, 2024.