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Tisha B'Av and the 3 Weeks Videos

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Why We Fast on the 17th of Tammuz

The five tragedies that happened on this day.

Burning Books and the 17th of Tammuz

Burning Books and the 17th of Tammuz

by Rabbi Yaakov Asher Sinclair

A hallmark of all repressive regimes is burning books. The burning of the Torah is one the tragedies that happened on this fast day.

Charlie Harary on Tisha B’Av: A Day of Yearning, Not Sadness

Charlie Harary on Tisha B’Av: A Day of Yearning, Not Sadness

by Charlie Harary

The point of Tisha B'Av is to focus on what life would be like with the presence of God in it.

The Heart-Rending Cry: How to Mourn for Something that Happened 2000 Years Ago

The Heart-Rending Cry: How to Mourn for Something that Happened 2000 Years Ago

by Keren Gottleib

A true story.

Hating Israel: Understanding Tisha B’Av through Today’s Headlines

Hating Israel: Understanding Tisha B’Av through Today’s Headlines

by Eitiel Goldwicht

How preconceived notions cause baseless hatred.

Napoleon and the Purpose of Mourning on Tisha B’Av

Napoleon and the Purpose of Mourning on Tisha B’Av

by Rabbi Yaakov Cohen

Why do Tisha B’Av and Passover always occur on the same day of the week?

Fill the Void: A Tisha B'Av Message

Fill the Void: A Tisha B'Av Message

by Rabbi Yaakov Cohen

What is the meaning of the 9th of Av today?

Tisha B'Av: The Root of Destruction

Tisha B'Av: The Root of Destruction

by Charlie Harary

The meaning behind the tears.

All for One

All for One

by Charlie Harary

Tisha B'av and the secret of Jewish unity.

Crash Course on Tisha B'Av

Crash Course on Tisha B'Av

by Rabbi Avraham Goldhar

A fascinating overview capturing the meaning of the holiday.

Bobby’s Story: Living with Faith after the Holocaust

Bobby’s Story: Living with Faith after the Holocaust

by Rabbi Naftali Schiff and JRoots

An Auschwitz survivor shares her faith with the Next Generation.

The 17th of Tammuz Blues

The 17th of Tammuz Blues

by Ari Lesser, graphics by Hadassah Cowland

That day’s never been a good day for the Jews.

And You Shall Tell Your Children

And You Shall Tell Your Children

A powerful documentary on the faith and commitment of Holocaust survivors. (53 min. Viewer discretion advised)

A Day at the Western Wall

A Day at the Western Wall

Exploring the depth of Jewish connection to this eternal holy site.

At the Western Wall

At the Western Wall

by Sandu and Dinu Mendrea

Jerusalem is the light of the world.

Videos for Other Holidays

Lena Bryant's Legacy: Inspiring True Story

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Lena Bryant's Legacy: Inspiring True Story

They Dreamed the Same Dream for 30 Years

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They Dreamed the Same Dream for 30 Years

Is Hanukkah Overrated?: This Video Will Make Your Holiday More Meaningful

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Is Hanukkah Overrated?: This Video Will Make Your Holiday More Meaningful

What Would You Do If You Weren't Afraid

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What Would You Do If You Weren't Afraid

Hanukkah: Rock of Ages

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Hanukkah: Rock of Ages