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The 9th of Av (Tisha B'Av) is a significant date in the Jewish calendar, marking a day of mourning and commemoration. It falls on the ninth day of the Hebrew month of Av, usually in July or August.
Tisha B'Av commemorates several tragic events in Jewish history, including:
1. Destruction of the First Temple (586 BCE): The Babylonians destroyed the Temple in Jerusalem, leading to the exile of the Jewish people.
2. Destruction of the Second Temple (70 CE): The Romans destroyed the Second Temple, again resulting in exile and persecution.
3. Expulsion from Spain (1492): King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella expelled Jews from Spain, leading to widespread suffering and displacement.
4. World War I and the Holocaust: Tisha B'Av is also associated with the start of World War I and the subsequent Holocaust, which devastated Jewish communities worldwide.
On Tisha B'Av, observant Jews:
- Fast from sunset to sunset
- Recite lamentations and prayers
- Read the Book of Lamentations
- Avoid joyous activities and celebrations
- Show solidarity with those who have suffered throughout Jewish history
Tisha B'Av serves as a reminder of the fragility of life, the importance of unity, and the hope for a better future.
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