Shavu’ot is a Jewish holiday that celebrates the giving of the Torah to the Jews. We are told that God gave the Ten Commandments to the Jews on the sixth night of the month of Sivan which always falls 50 days after the second night of Passover.
Shavu'ot also marks the beginning of the new agricultural season and as well is also known as "the Festival of weeks" and "the holiday of the first fruits".
Many Jews commemorate Shavu'ot by spending the entire night studying Torah and as well reading the Ten Commandments. Coming to synagogue for holidays is a meaningful experience as is attending daily prayer services. We have had difficulty over the winter months in maintaining our daily Minyan both morning and evening. Now with the warm summer months approaching and services at 7:00 pm many of us would rather be out walking or golfing or having a coffee out on a terrace. Before going for the coffee, join us for services so we can insure a Minyan for those who are observing a Yahrzeit or saying Kaddish as a result of the loss of a loved one.
Your regular attendance at a daily Minyan will insure the viability of Shaare Zion which serves its community 365 days a year.
From my family to yours, I wish you a very Happy Shavu'ot holiday and look forward to seeing you at services on a regular basis.
David Moscovitch, FSA - Executive Director.
