We count the Omer from the night of April 7, 2012 till the night of May 25
Understanding Lag B'Omer by Yair Danielsohn

What lies behind this enigmatic festival? And why the bonfires?

ABC's of the Omer by Rabbi Shraga Simmons

The significance, customs and mechanics of counting the Omer.

Kabbalah and Lag B'Omer by Yair Danielsohn

Forget the red string. What exactly is Kabbalah?

Whispering Flames: The Fire of Lag B'Omer by Rabbi Doniel Baron

Tapping into the fiery, spiritual energy that is embedded in every iota of creation.

The Mystery of Lag B'Omer by Rabbi Pinchas Stolper

Many puzzling questions surround the little understood holiday of Lag B'Omer -- the thirty third day of the counting of the Omer.

Lag B'Omer

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Lag B'Omer: Remembering Rabbi Shimon

Lag B'Omer: Remembering Rabbi Shimon

by Rabbi Shraga Simmons

Lag B'Omer marks the date of Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai's death. So why is it such a celebration?

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Laws & Customs

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The Commandment of Counting

The Commandment of Counting

by Rebbetzin Tziporah Heller

The commandment to count teaches us mindfulness, and it re-opens our hearts to hearing stories.

Themes

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Daily Omer Meditation

Daily Omer Meditation

by Rabbi Simon Jacobson

A practical guide to becoming great in 49 days.

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