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Israel Prepares for Sukkot 2026: Traditions, Dates, and Observances

Sukkot in 2026 begins on September 25, with the first day on September 26. The week-long holiday commemorates the Israelites' desert wandering and involves building "sukkot" huts and using "Four Species" in prayers. The holiday concludes with Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah.

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  1. 01Sukkot 2026 begins Friday evening, September 25, with the first day on Saturday, September 26.
  2. 02The holiday commemorates the Israelites' 40-year desert wandering.
  3. 03Observances include building "sukkot" huts and using the "Four Species" in prayers.
  4. 04Chol HaMoed, the intermediate days, allow work but encourage festive activities.
  5. 05The holiday concludes with Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah on October 22.
Translated and summarized by baba from Vesty, the latest report. Read Vesty’s original

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