Ushpizin

A warm, practical guide to welcoming the seven Ushpizin, connecting to their unique blessings, and embracing the holiness, joy, protection, emunah, and special segulot of Sukkot, based on a shiur by Rebbetzin Chagit Shira.

From the sukkah and Four Species to Ushpizin, Hoshanot, Hoshana Rabbah, and Simchat Torah, this simple guide explains the essential concepts and traditions of Sukkot

Discover how Yosef’s extraordinary journey from slavery to leadership teaches us to rise above resentment, remain faithful to our values, and pursue peace even after deep hurt

Discover how Yaakov’s lifelong commitment to truth, faith, and principle can inspire us to stay true to our values even in life’s most complicated moments

Discover why Sukkot is uniquely connected to the Ushpizin, and how their spiritual qualities help us begin again with renewed closeness to Hashem

Discover how Yitzchak’s courage at the Akeidah and his lifelong quality of gevurah teach us to face challenges with faith, self-control, and quiet strength

Discover why Avraham is welcomed into the sukkah on the first day of Sukkot and how his example of hospitality, generosity, and kindness can inspire our daily lives

On the fourth night of Sukkot, we welcome Moshe Rabbeinu into our sukkah and reflect on the timeless power of humility and Divine mission