Shemini Atzeret
Shemini Atzeret Prayer for Rain: Sephardic Tradition
Same concept as the Ashkenazi one, different approach
Numbers 29: 35 – 30:1: Maftir
Additional Torah Reading on Simchat Torah. Shemini Atzeret and Simhat Torah in the Community. Rejoicing with the Torah. Jewish Holidays.
History of Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah
From biblical times to the present.
Strengthening Bonds
We draw closer to God as the month of Tishrei draws to a close.
How The Shemini Atzeret Haftarah Was Chosen
Connecting the Prophets reading to the occasion.
Deuteronomy 14:22-16:17: Tithing, Sabbaticals and Pilgrimage
A connection between Sukkot and this "eighth day of assembly."