Shavuot

"Shavuot celebrates the moment when the Jewish people embraced the Torah, our eternal guide to justice, kindness, and truth. It reminds us of our collective responsibility to uphold these values in our communities and in the world." - Golda Meir, former Prime Minister of Israel

"Shavuot symbolizes the receiving of divine wisdom and the transformative power of the Torah in our lives. It is an opportunity to renew our dedication to study and to integrate its teachings into our everyday actions." - Rabbi Adin Steinsaltz, distinguished Talmudic scholar and educator

"On Shavuot, we commemorate the giving of the Torah, which serves as the foundation of our identity and values. This holiday invites us to reconnect with our heritage and to draw inspiration from the timeless wisdom of our sacred texts." - Elie Wiesel, Nobel Laureate and Holocaust survivor

"Shavuot is a celebration of divine wisdom and the moral framework that shapes our lives. It reminds us that the Torah is a source of light, providing clarity and direction in a world often clouded by confusion." - Nechama Leibowitz, renowned Torah scholar and commentator

"Shavuot is a profound reminder of the giving of the Torah and the covenant between God and the Jewish people. It teaches us that receiving the Torah is not just a historical event but an ongoing commitment to living a life of holiness and purpose." - Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, the Lubavitcher Rebbe

Shavuot
Shavuot
Begins sunset of Sunday, June 1, 2025
Ends nightfall of Tuesday, June 3, 2025
No work is permitted.
Yizkor is recited on Shavuot, Tuesday, June 3.
Dates listed are for outside Israel.

Shavuot marks the giving of the Torah on Mt. Sinai. The Ten Commandments are read in synagogues, just as they were in the desert on Mt. Sinai over 3,300 years ago.
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