Shavuot

Shavuot is the Hebrew word for “weeks” and refers to the Jewish festival marking the giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai, which occurs seven weeks after Passover. Shavuot, like many other Jewish holidays, began as an ancient agricultural festival that marked the end of the spring barley harvest and the beginning of the summer wheat harvest. In ancient times, Shavuot was a pilgrimage festival during which Israelites brought crop offerings to the Temple in Jerusalem. Today, it is a celebration of Torah, education, and actively choosing to participate in Jewish life.

• History
• Customs and Rituals

SHAVUOT FAMILY ACTIVITIES

Celebrate Shavuot with Shalom Sesame

Together with your children, watch these Shalom Sesame videos to learn about Shavuot and celebrating the Torah. Then try some of the discussion ideas and activities recommended by Reform Jewish educators to further extend the lessons learned in the videos.

• Shavuot Story for Families
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SHAVUOT FOOD & RECIPES

Grandma Lucilles Blintz Souffle

Using frozen blintzes makes this a fast and easy festive meal!

• Vegan Blueberry Blintz
• Mediterranean Cheese Torta
• Deluxe Noodle Kugel
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