(Deuteronomy 33:1–34:12; Joshua 1:1–18; Luke 24:25–32) Simchat Torah, the “Rejoicing of the Law,” is the radiant afterword to the great cycle of the year—a festival of joy fulfilled. On this day, the people of Israel gather to complete the reading of the Torah, only to begin it again from the opening words of Genesis. The […]
Sukkot (The Feast of Tabernacles) 6-13 October 2025
Sukkot, the Feast of Tabernacles, is one of the most joyous and theologically rich festivals of the calendar. It recalls the days when Israel dwelt in fragile shelters during their journey through the wilderness, wholly dependent upon the providence of the Almighty. As it is written: “Ye shall dwell in booths (tabernacles) seven days; all […]
Shmini Atzeret – Monday, 13 October 2025
(Genesis 2:1–3; Deuteronomy 14:22–16:17; John 7:37–39) Shmini Atzeret, the “Eighth Day of Assembly,” is the quiet culmination of the long and joyous season that began with the sounding of the shofar on Rosh Hashanah and found its splendour in the harvest rejoicing of Sukkot. Yet unlike Sukkot, Shmini Atzeret bears a more intimate tone. It […]