Tu B'Av explainer

COMING THIS SUNDAY: Tu B'Av: Everything you need to know about the Jewish holiday of love and romance - explainer. Tu B'Av is often considered a Jewish version of Valentine's Day. But this ancient holiday has its own distinct traditions and practices, which have evolved until today. Here's what you should know (Aaron Reich, Jerusalem Post).

While not very well-known internationally, Tu B'Av is actually a very old Jewish holiday associated with love. Today, especially in Israel, it is often seen as a Jewish version or alternative to the Christian day of love, Valentine's Day.

A thorough account of an ancient festival that has taken on new life in recent years.

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