Meaning | A major Jewish festival beginning on the eve of the 15th of Tishri and commemorating the shelter of the Israelites during their 40 years in the wilderness. |
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Synonyms | Succoth, Sukkoth, Succos, Feast of Tabernacles, Tabernacles |
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Category | Judaism | The monotheistic religion of the Jews having its spiritual and ethical principles embodied chiefly in the Torah and in the Talmud |
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Part of | Tishri | The first month of the civil year |
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Broader | Jewish holy day | A religious holiday for Jews |
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religious festival, church festival | A festival having religious significance |