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Fast Of Ab (Noun)

Meaning

(Judaism) a major fast day on the Jewish calendar commemorating the destruction of the temples in Jerusalem.

Classification

Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.

Examples

  • The fast of Av is a somber day of mourning for the Jewish community, marked by prayer and reflection.
  • During the fast of Av, many Jews refrain from eating and drinking from sunset to nightfall the following day.
  • The fast of Av has been observed for centuries as a time of atonement and introspection, with many congregations holding special services.
  • The fast of Av is commemorated on the ninth day of the Hebrew month of Av, marking the anniversary of the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 CE.
  • Rabbinical tradition associates the fast of Av with numerous other calamities and tragedies in Jewish history, further intensifying the day's somber atmosphere.

Synonyms

  • Tisha B'Ab
  • Ninth Of Av
  • Tishah B'Ab
  • Tisha B'Av
  • Ninth Of Ab
  • Fast Of Av
  • Tishah B'Av

Hypernyms

  • Major Fast Day
  • Jewish Holy Day
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