Tisha B'Av

The 25-hour fast that mourns the destruction of Jerusalem, the Temple, and the exiles of Jewish history — and carries within it the seed of ultimate redemption.

Help your kids connect to the meaning of Tisha B'Av through hands-on crafts, stories, building activities, and other educational ideas for the whole family.

Discover the transformative power of sincere tears, and how crying, letting go, and choosing hope can help bring personal redemption and the rebuilding of the Beit HaMikdash

Learn how to prepare physically and spiritually for Tisha B'Av with practical fasting tips, hydration advice, meaningful insights, and healthy ways to break the fast

The long desolation of the Land of Israel became a powerful sign of God's promise that the land would ultimately await the return of the Jewish people

A practical guide to the Three Weeks, covering the customs of mourning, spiritual reflection, and the promise of redemption

What should we avoid during the Nine Days, and what can Parashat Masei teach us about life's unexpected twists and turns? A practical and inspiring guide.

Discover the laws of the Three Weeks, including the customs surrounding Shehecheyanu, haircuts, weddings, and safety

Discover how every Jew continues to participate in the rebuilding of the Beit HaMikdash through faith, devotion, and an unwavering longing for Jerusalem and the coming of Mashiach

Tisha B'Av invites us to examine not only our connection to Hashem, but also the relationships that shape our daily lives. Are they helping us thrive or holding us back?

The true pain of the destruction is found in the suffering, distance, and brokenness we experience today

Eating too quickly or without balance can leave you feeling heavy, nauseous, dizzy, or with stomach pain. So what should you actually eat after the fast?

Can people with diabetes fast on Tisha B’Av? How can you avoid complications, and what should you do now to prepare? Here’s a practical guide for people with diabetes ahead of the fast.

Many people are surprised to learn that certain Tisha B'Av restrictions continue after the fast ends. Here are five important post-fast halachot every Jew should know.

From hydration and nutrition to prayer and reflection, these practical tips can help make Tisha B'Av easier, more meaningful, and more spiritually uplifting.

Is the purpose of Tisha B'Av simply to suffer through the fast? Rabbi Moshe Tzadka explains why the true goal of the day is something far deeper.

Preparing for Tisha B'Av? This practical guide covers the key laws and customs of the day, including prayer, mourning practices, and what is permitted after the fast.

Fun and educational crafts, projects, and family activities that help children connect to the Beit HaMikdash, Jewish values, and the hope for redemption

As Tisha B'Av approaches, explore fascinating facts from Chazal about Jerusalem, the Beit HaMikdash, and the people who witnessed its fall.

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