The ninth of the Hebrew month of Av is a major fast day in the Jewish calendar, when the people lament the date of the destruction of both the First and Second Temples, with the subsequent loss of national sovereignty and exile from the Holy Land.
Original resources on planning curriculum for Tisha B'Av, background information on the 3 Weeks and Tisha B'Av, significance of Jerusalem, extensive Jerusalem-linked activities and resources.
The Three Weeks: Educators' FAQ
The 17th of Tammuz
The Fast of 9th Av
Tisha B'Av Hadracha Guide:
Jerusalem in Jewish Consciousness
The Eternal Connection between the Jewish People and Jerusalem
Test your Knowledge on Tisha B'Av
A site specially organized around Jerusalem, with background articles, activities, timeline, and many more links to educational, cultural and historical resources on Jerusalem
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