fast of gedaliah

Today is the Fast of Gedalia. Learn the tragic story behind the fast, who is obligated to fast, and the deeper meaning of the apple and honey eaten on Rosh Hashanah.

Discover the meaning behind the Fast of Gedaliah, the halachic guidelines for who must fast, and the Pele Yoetz’s powerful teaching on awaiting Hashem’s salvation with unwavering faith

Why Do We Fast?