Jerusalem's Sukkot Market Buzzes with Shoppers and Song
As the Sukkot holiday approached, Channel 7 visited the "Four Species" market in Jerusalem's Geula neighborhood, a bustling hub for those seeking the traditional ritual items. Vendors reported a year-round effort culminating in this intense pre-holiday period, offering a wide selection of etrogs and lulavs.
The market caters to a diverse clientele, with prices for etrogs ranging from affordable options to premium specimens costing over 1,000 shekels. One stall alone featured more than a thousand individually inspected etrogs. Similarly, the lulav section saw high demand, with merchants providing various grades of quality and aesthetic appeal, prompting many shoppers to carefully select their items.
Amidst the holiday preparations, musician Aharon Razal was present at the market, joining the festive atmosphere by performing a song. The market's vibrant energy reflects the community's engagement in fulfilling the mitzvot associated with Sukkot.