Working/Driving on Simchat Torah?
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billg62
Is it OK to work and drive on Simchat Torah?
Simchat Torah: Dance as a Hidden Language of the Soul
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Mrs. Priva Newman
Does Judaism use dance to worship God in the context of the Temple or Synagogue? Like King David when he brought the Ark to his city. Thanks.
Simchat Torah: Rejoicing with the Torah
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Mrs. Priva Newman
Why is the holiday of Simchat Torah so happy?
Why No “Kah Keli” on Simchas Torah
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Marvin Rosenberg
We don't we recite Kah Keili on Simchas Torah?
Why No “Kah Keli” on Simchas Torah
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Marvin Rosenberg
Why don't we say KAH KEILI before Mussaf on Simchas Torah?
The Simchat Torah Luncheon
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colorknit
The Simchat Torah luncheon seems to be a very popular event. It was held at many congregations during my childhood (I remember going to them with my family when I was a toddler), and continues to be held all over town today. Is there some ancient reason for this tradition? Or is it a more modern development from the 20th century?
Succot: Why 8 Days?
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Rabbi Moshe Newman
Hi Rabbi , why does the holiday of Succot last for eight days instead of seven days like Passover? Ty
Dancing as One on Simchat Torah
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Mrs. Priva Newman
Dear Rabbi, why is there a practice to dance in a circle in the Synagogue on the holiday called Simchat Torah?
Simchat Torah: A Time to Dance
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Mrs. Priva Newman
Dear Rabbi, why do we dance with the Torah and our children on Simchat Torah?
Dancing on Simchat Torah
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Rabbi Moshe Newman
Dear Rabbi, would you explain to me the significance of dancing in Jewish thought and practice, especially in relation to Simchat Torah? Thanks.