Lag baomer
Dog burnt to death in Lag Ba'omer bonfire, police arrest two on suspicion of animal cruelty
Two people employed at a luxury hotel operating in the area were arrested on suspicion of involvement in the act. As far as is known, one of them allegedly carried out the act while the other filmed.
Five Jewish couples marry in Brazil in front of 900 young Jews from former Soviet Union
Over 20 people taken to hospital during Mt. Meron Lag Ba'omer celebration - report
Suspected drunk driver wounds multiple pedestrians at Beersheba Lag Ba'omer celebration
Hiking the holy land in the season of Lag Ba'omer
One of the things that the holiday commemorates is Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai’s death – the same sage who survived on carob while hiding in a cave.
In the kitchen with Henny: BBQ bites
Chimichurri sauce, beef kebabs, hot dog & veggie skewers, and gluten-free graham crackers.
Who counts in Judaism? Lessons from Lag Ba'omer - opinion
If a person misses even one day of counting the Omer, thus “breaking” the set, he is no longer permitted to count new days with a blessing.
Beyond bonfires: Lag Ba’omer’s call for unity and resilience in a divided Israel - opinion
Lag Ba’omer teaches respect, resilience, and unity, urging Israel to embrace humility and shared memory amid division.
What we forgot in the name of being right - opinion
We no longer speak across differences. We reduce people to positions. We defend our truth, but we no longer carry each other. The results aren’t abstract; they are real, visible, and dangerous.
Measles outbreak: 11 children hospitalized, three in serious condition
Senior health officials also warn of a potential mass infection at the upcoming Lag Ba'omer Mount Meron pilgrimage, as vaccination rates in certain haredi communities remain very low.
Rabbi Pinto Explains: Our Personal Connection to Lag BaOmer
High Court rejects petition to prevent convicted sex offender Berland from lighting Meron torch
The MQG, along with haredi activist Tzippy Lavi and five other women's rights groups, had requested that the court cancel the permit granted to the sect to light the fire.
Elokai, Rabbi Shimon: Understanding the Controversy
Lag Ba'Omer 2025 will act as vehicle to express prayers for hostages, soldiers, all Jews - opinion
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