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The entries selection comes from the book “Dictionary of Judaica” (2005), which was written by a group of authors led by Eva Kosáková . Entries were further processed by Jaroslav Kuntoš, Dana Veselská, Olga Sixtová, Michaela Scheibová and Lenka Uličná. The book can be purchased at our e-shop.

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Tisha be-Av (9 Av)

A fast that commemorates the destruction of the First and Second Temples of Jerusalem and other tragic events in Jewish history. Unlike other fast days, the fast begins at nightfall and marital relations and the wearing of leather shoes are prohibited, as is eating and drinking. The Lamentations of Jeremiah (Heb. Eycha) and special elegies are recited in the synagogue.

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