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The Torah of Rashbi and the Healing of the World

Eli Rubin in Lehrhaus · 12 May 2020

Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai's Torah teachings, particularly on the unity of human relationships and their connection to God, are celebrated during Lag ba-Omer, emphasizing the intertwining of social and spiritual realities.

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Reclaiming Lag ba-Omer

Ronen Neuwirth in Lehrhaus · 11 May 2020

The author reflects on the tradition of Lag ba-Omer bonfires in Israel, highlighting its environmental impact and lack of Halakhic basis.

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Rebbe Shimon Opened

Joey Rosenfeld in Lehrhaus · 23 May 2019

On Lag ba-Omer, Jews commemorate the passing and celebrate the life of Rabbi Shimon bar Yohai, focusing on the bright side of death and the fullness of life, as described in the Zohar's Idra Zuta.

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After Lag: Two Readings on The ‘Self-Praise’ of Rabbi Shimon bar Yohai

Josh Rosenfeld in Lehrhaus · 7 Jun 2018

After the Lag Ba-omer celebrations at the tomb of Rabbi Shimon bar Yohai (Rashbi) in Meron, there are discussions around his self-praise in rabbinic literature.

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The Death of the Rabbi

Elli Fischer in Lehrhaus · 15 May 2017

In a contemplative piece, Elli Fischer discusses the unique practice of celebrating the death of revered rabbinic figures, focusing on the example of Rabbi Shimon bar Yohai (Rashbi) and contrasting it with the lesser-known commemoration of Rabbi Hanina ben Teradyon.