SOUKKOT

The festival of "huts" is the harvest celebration that marks the end of the agricultural cycle. Under the sign of rediscovered abundance and joy, she recalls the escape of Egypt, during which Jews slept in the desert under tents and the protection God gave them for 40 years, until their arrival in the promised Land. On this occasion, every Jew who has the material means is required to build a hut, as a sign of confidence in God and indifference to the comfort of material comfort. It ornera flowers, fruits, garlands, even carpets and even furniture for the richest. The roof contains openings, recalling the presence of the Sky and the fragility of the soukka (the hut). We stick to it as much as possible for 7 days: There are friends, we organise snacks and meals. A custom is that, in the courtyards of the synagogues, a "common" cabin is erected, reserved for those who, for many reasons, cannot have one at their own. You will also see on balconies and roofs.