The Significance of Lag Ba'Omer

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A Bonefire. One of the most recognised traditions of Lag Ba'Omer Credit: Picryl

Arie Rokach is a mathematics lecturer as well as a biblical scholar. Arie clearly explains the various sources and meanings of Lag Ba'Ome.


This week we celebrate Lag Ba'Omer. Arie Rokach is focusing on the religious and historical significance of Rabbi Shimon BarYocahi as well as the leader of the revolt against the Romans, Bar Kokhva.

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