Pre-Sukkot Address

The seven days of Sukkot—celebrated by dwelling in the sukkah, taking the Four Kinds, and rejoicing—are followed by Shemini Atzeret/Simchat Torah (October 23-25). Sukkot—when we expose ourselves to the elements in greenery-covered huts—commemorates G‑d sheltering our ancestors as they traveled from Egypt to the Promised Land. The Four Kinds express our unity and our belief in G‑d’s omnipresence. Coming after the solemn High Holidays, Sukkot is a time of joy and happiness The first two days (or one day in Israel) are yom tov, when work is forbidden, candles are lit in the evening, and festive meals are preceded with Kiddush and contain challah dipped in honey. The remainder of the days are quasi holidays, known as chol hamoed. We dwell in the sukkah and take the Four Kinds every day (except for Shabbat, when we do not take the Four Kinds). ►► Support Rabbi Friedman's work today with a donation of any amount! Campaign ends on THURSDAY: https://raisethon.com/goodtoknow/youtube ►►Ask Rabbi Manis Friedman Your Questions In His Private VIP Community: https://go.itsgoodtoknow.org/vip-membership?utm_source=yo… Social media: Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealrabbimanis Instagram: https://instagram.com/RabbiManisFriedman Facebook: https://facebook.com/theRabbiManisFriedman Twitter: https://twitter.com/ManisFriedman Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/RabbiFriedman Rabbi Manis Friedman is a world-renowned author, counselor, lecturer and philosopher who uses ancient wisdom and modern wit to captivate audiences around the world. For bookings, please call Zalman at 800-656-5669 Produced by It's Good To Know