| Shalom,
Sukkot is a holiday, rich in symbolism and rituals designed to convey deep messages in a simple way.
The Sukkah connects between the two aspects of the holiday –
1) The journey of the children of Israel towards the promised land, following God through the desert, to the unknown, dependent entirely on God for survival.
2) The harvest gathered by the farmers of ancient Israel.
In both cases the people of Israel dwelt in impermanent dwellings but one tells of the journey to the other – from impermanent and uncertain existence in the galut to the land where Jews can put down roots and reap the fruit of their labors.
As this holiday is one that gives us the opportunity to create our own sukkah we hope you will infuse yours with symbols that help you and your family connect and pass on our unique legacy to the next generations. It is not always easy to find your way to connect. Check out the resources we have gathered for you to get your own inspiration!
Chag sameach!
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THE FESTIVAL OF INSECURITY – A MESSAGE FOR SUKKOT
Rabbi Sacks explains the meaning of Sukkot, what this tradition teaches us and why the Jewish experience of faith despite existential insecurity has made the Nation of Israel an example for the world.
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A TEMPORARY DWELLING: THE JOURNEY TOWARD THE LAND
The sukkah is in its own way a symbol of peace: it is open to the elements of nature, to the heavens above and to our family and friends... How wonderful if we can also ensure that this temporary dwelling is an open reflection of our connection to the our Israel?
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SUKKOT ACTIVITIES
This collection of Sukkot activities was designed as an intuitive way to connect to the holiday, making it both interesting and fun. These activities are a great way to create family traditions to share with friends and community!
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SUKKOT ARTS
Sukkot Arts are a way to let your artistic expression intuitively connect you to the deeper meanings of the holiday. The activities here can be used for general inspiration, as part of your Sukkah decorations and / or a way to connect to the heart of Zion, Jerusalem.
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A SECOND CHANCE IN ISRAEL
Israel Forever intern Eric Blatt describes how he didn’t experience that magical spark many describe connecting them to Israel. It was only when he took a second look, without expectations, that he found his Israel connection.
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