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2024 Date | October 23, 2024 |
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Shemini Atzeret HistoryShemini Atzeret (Hebrew: שמיני עצרת), meaning "Eighth Day of Assembly," is a Jewish observance that serves as an extension of the Sukkot festival and also commemorates the bond between God and the Jewish people. Observed after Sukkot (Feast of Tabernacles), this solemn day is set aside for spiritual reflection, prayer, and unique religious rituals. One of the main features of Shemini Atzeret is the recitation of the Geshem prayer, which asks for the blessing of rain in the upcoming agricultural season and symbolizes God's protection and provision for Israel. While the roots of Shemini Atzeret date back to the biblical era, its connection to the Diaspora Jewish community is relatively more recent, thanks to the ability to mark the holiday alongside Sukkot celebrations. In the United States, Jewish-Americans commonly observe this holiday as a separate day from Sukkot but maintain its significance and related customs. Notably, Shemini Atzeret is one of the few Jewish holidays that is observed by both Orthodox and Reform Jewish communities in America. Shemini Atzeret typically falls between late September and late October on the Gregorian calendar. In the United States, Jewish-Americans celebrate the holiday by attending synagogue services, participating in focused prayer for rain, and engaging in meals and events with family and friends. Some congregations also observe Simchat Torah, which celebrates the conclusion of the annual cycle of Torah readings, on Shemini Atzeret. This joyous day, which often includes parading with the Torah scrolls, brings communal unity and spiritual inspiration to Jewish people across the United States. Shemini Atzeret facts
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