Simchat Torah
Simchat Torah: Understanding the Hakafot
The seven hakafot (circuits) with the Torah are the heart of Simchat Torah. Learn what they represent, how they are performed, and how to participate fully.
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Reading the End and Beginning of the Torah
On Simchat Torah, we read the last lines of Deuteronomy and the first lines of Genesis back-to-back. Learn about this beautiful tradition and what it teaches about eternal study.
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Dancing with the Torah
Dancing with the Torah on Simchat Torah is one of the most joyous moments in Jewish life. Learn about this exuberant tradition and how every person plays a part.