Qohelet (Ecclesiastes) and Sukkot: The Traditional Reading during this Joyous Time
The wisdom of the Sages is displayed yet again in the tradition of reading Qohelet (Ecclesiastes) during the Festival of Sukkot. But it is not readily apparent why Qohelet was chosen for a festival that has rejoicing as its main theme! Many who read Qohelet are left with the impression that the words of Shlomo (Solomon) are depressing rather than uplifting, and do not fit the theme of joy. Yet a closer reading of the book reveals just the opposite. In fact, the theme of the book is joy, but the surprise is where this joy is actually found.
Show #046 – Sukkot
The guys take time to reflect on the festival of Sukkot, and talk about what the festival has brought to their minds. They also look at the books they are currently reading, and what they are getting out of them.
Sukkoth: Exploring the Significance of this Joyous Festival
In this article, Tim Hegg looks at the significance of Sukkot. Included, are the significance of 8 days, why we read Ecclesiastes (Qohelet) during this festival, and a look at the significance of the Sukkah itself…
Shemini Atzeret: Celebrating the 8th Day of Sukkot
The Festival of Sukkot contains an enigma: is it prescribed in the Torah to be 7 days long or 8 days? The text in Lev 23 seems a bit ambiguous: (vv. 33-36)…
Shabbat Sukkot: Rejoicing in the Living Torah
In this article, Tim Hegg looks at the festival of Sukkot. This study begins by examining some of the traditions associated with the festival, then focuses on the presence of Yeshua in this festival. As a result, Hegg highlights the living Torah in this festival.
