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 […]