How Israelis Celebrate Simchat Torah
How Israelis Celebrate Simchat Torah The Calendar of Longing For many people who love Israel, the Jewish calendar is a map of longing . Each holiday brings with it a swell of meaning, prayers, and joy – but also a quiet ache of distance. Simchat Torah especially sharpens this feeling. It is perhaps the most exuberant celebration of the entire year, a holiday that overflows with joy. Yet from far away, it can leave supporters of Israel standing on the outside, wondering how to truly take part. If you’ve ever caught a short video clip of the streets of Jerusalem...