AKA Name | Chag Ha-Asif, Succot |
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HashtagsCompiled on | #Sukkot |
Related Hashtags | #ChagSameach, #Sukkah |
2024 Date | 16 October 2024 |
2025 Date | 6 October 2025 |
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Sukkot (Begins) in Top X Posts (formerly Tweets) for Sukkot -Updated
Sukkot HistorySukkot, the Feast of Tabernacles, is a biblically mandated Jewish festival traditionally observed to commemorate the 40 years when the Israelites wandered in the desert, living in temporary shelters. It is a festival of thanksgiving and a time to remember God's protection and guidance during their journey. The holiday lasts for seven days and has several key observances that include dwelling in a temporary structure called a sukkah, a roof made of natural materials, and the waving of the four species comprising a palm frond, willow, and myrtle branches, and a citron fruit, demonstrating unity in diversity. While there isn't a specific history relating Sukkot to South Africa, Jewish communities across the nation join together in celebrating this significant holiday. South African Jews observe the festival with the same key aspects as their counterparts across the globe, constructing and decorating their sukkahs and gathering the four species to perform traditional rituals. Although the holiday originates in ancient Israel, the universal themes of giving thanks and reflecting on the divine protection are experienced by South African Jews in their unique cultural context. Jewish communities in South Africa observe Sukkot according to the same Hebrew calendar as the rest of the world. The festival begins on the 15th day of the Hebrew month of Tishrei, generally between late September and late October in the Gregorian calendar. As it is the Southern Hemisphere, South Africa experiences warmer weather conditions during this period, allowing for a comfortable and enjoyable celebration of Sukkot. Families and communities come together to participate in the rituals, rejoice with delicious meals, and celebrate the beauty of unity and gratitude. Sukkot (Begins) facts
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