Good morning Bitachon of the day ❤️
While searching for the meaning of Tisha B'Av, I discovered another holiday that I had never heard of until today—Tu B'Av. The Jewish month of Av contains these two holidays, which, despite their proximity and similar names, are sometimes confused. But Tisha B'Av and Tu B'Av couldn't be more different. One is a somber day of mourning, and the other is a celebration of love.
Tisha B'Av is known as one of the saddest days on the Jewish calendar, serving as a reminder of the hardships the Jewish people have faced, including the destruction of the two Temples. On the other hand, there's Tu B'Av, a much more lighthearted holiday with a less religious focus, observed on the 15th of Av each year. Tu B'Av is often referred to as the "Jewish Valentine's Day" because of its association with romance, and it's considered a lucky day for weddings, with many couples choosing to get married on this day.
To me, it's a paradox to have both the saddest and happiest days of the year in the same month. It shows how human emotions and experiences are complex and full of contrasts. It suggests that joy and sorrow often go hand in hand, and that life is a mix of ups and downs. This combination of opposites reminds us that both happiness and sadness are temporary, and that the true richness of life comes from experiencing all kinds of emotions.
It might also symbolize the resilience of the human spirit, the ability to find joy even in the midst of sorrow. We often hear stories of happiness during the most catastrophic moments. Holocaust survivors, when sharing their memories, always seem to have a special moment of happiness or gratitude, even in their darkest times.
As we mourn today for all our losses and the destruction we've faced,
and as we commit to never forgetting,
we should also recognize that with every loss and sadness, there is often a miracle that unfolds, bringing joy and reaffirming our belief that Hashem is here with us.
To those who are fasting, I wish you an easy fast. For those who are not, I encourage you to reflect on the lives we've lost and the destruction of our Temples.
May the Mashiach come soon so that we no longer endure hardship, and may Hashem reveal a great miracle as we once again face the threats against our people. Amen 🙏
Wishing you all a very meaningful day ❤️