Judaism 101: What is Tisha B'Av and how is it observed?

[davidfcooper]

Judaism 101: What is Tisha B'Av and how is it observed?

A brief description of the saddest day in the Jewish calendar, its observance, and two Manhattan congregations that offer educational programs along with prayer services.

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[davidfcooper.livejournal.com]

In 1914 the 9th of Av was August 1st, the day Germany declared war on Russia.

[jonchiz67.livejournal.com]

Thank you, David. I'll remember that. One more event for that horrible date.