The Fast of the 17th of Tammuz: What Every Jew Should Know
Why do Jews fast on the 17th of Tammuz? Discover the five tragic events commemorated on this day and the spiritual lessons they continue to teach.
Ronen Hazziza
10.06.26 | 08:26
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The Three Weeks: 25 Surprising Facts You May Not Know
As Tisha B'Av approaches, explore fascinating facts from Chazal about Jerusalem, the Beit HaMikdash, and the people who witnessed its fall.
Rabbi Yaakov Ma'avri
07.06.26 | 16:44
What Is the Fast of the 17th of Tammuz? Meaning, History, and Key Laws Explained
Why Jews fast on the 17th of Tammuz, what happened on this date, who is exempt from fasting, and how this day begins the Three Weeks of mourning
Yonatan HaLevi
07.06.26 | 16:13
17th of Tammuz Fast: Common Halachic Questions and Practical Answers
Can you take medication, work, study for exams, or fast during pregnancy? A clear guide to the laws and customs of the Fast of the 17th of Tammuz and the Three Weeks
Hidabroot
07.06.26 | 15:43
17th of Tammuz (Fast of Tammuz): Meaning, History & Customs
The Complete Guide to Shiva Asar B'Tammuz 2026 — Dates, the Five Tragedies, Laws of the Fast, Vayechal Moshe & the Aneinu Prayer in Hebrew & English
Hidabroot
07.06.26 | 07:45