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Culture19:24 · 6m ago

Rabbi Dov Povarsky Selects the Four Species for Sukkot

By זאב בלוי
Translated & summarized from JDN by baba
The story · English

Rabbi Dov Povarsky, a prominent Haredi rabbi and Rosh Yeshiva (dean of a rabbinical college), has made his selection of the "Four Species" for the upcoming Sukkot holiday. The Four Species, consisting of the etrog (citron), lulav (palm frond), hadassim (myrtle branches), and aravot (willow branches), are central to the observance of Sukkot, a major Jewish festival.

Rabbi Povarsky's choice is considered significant within the Haredi community, as the quality and specific characteristics of these items are often subject to careful scrutiny and tradition. His selection is expected to guide many within his community in their own preparations for the holiday.

The article provides no further details on the specific criteria used by Rabbi Povarsky in his selection or the exact location where the selection took place. The report is brief and focuses solely on the act of selection itself.

Read the original at JDN
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