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Today is beginning of the New Year for Trees in Israel. The rainy season is coming to an end, cold winds are warming, scents of springtime are in the air and the almond tree is displaying her blossoms.
It’s
th day and full moon of the Hebrew month of
Shvat, which falls around this time of the year. During the times when the Temple was still standing in Jerusalem, Tu BiShvat was the day when famers brought up their yearly tithes for the service of the priests. By this time of year, trees have soaked up all the winter rains and sap is flowing up through the branches announcing the beginning of a new year of growth. The festival became known as
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Over the past few months, I’ve talked a lot about my garden minyan. I love davening outside. It’s terrific to pray among these beautiful trees, even though there are weather concerns. I remember seeking shade from July through September. Now I’m looking for the sunny areas to get a little warmth. But as Tu B’shvat approaches I think that it’s appropriate to salute my lovely trees.