Feast Of Tabernacles (Noun)
Meaning
A major Jewish festival beginning on the eve of the 15th of Tishri and commemorating the shelter of the Israelites during their 40 years in the wilderness.
Classification
Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.
Examples
- The Feast of Tabernacles, also known as Sukkot, is one of the most joyous holidays in the Jewish calendar.
- During the Feast of Tabernacles, observers construct and dwell in temporary shelterscalled sukkahs to commemorate the Israelites' wilderness experience.
- The Feast of Tabernacles takes place from the eve of the 15th day of the Hebrew month Tishrei, usually in late September or October.
- The Bible instructs Jews to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles for seven days, beginning on the 15th day of the seventh month, Tishrei.
- The Feast of Tabernacles is a time for rejoicing and giving thanks for the harvest, as well as for remembering the Israelites' journey through the wilderness.