Daniel Eppel (5th Year) explains about different aspects of Sukkot.
The different parts to the lulav are the palm branch, willow twigs, myrtle twigs and etrog (citron, related to a lemon). We shake them In different direction. We shake it to the north, east, south, west , up and down it shows that G-D is everywhere. This mitzvah (commandment) comes from LEV.23 : 40.
The sukkah is a hut with a thatched roof which must have at least 3 sides. It reminds us of when the Israelites had only simple shelters in the wilderness. This mitzvah (commandment) comes from LEV.23 : 42 & 43. You can find out more about the Festival of Sukkot on the My Jewish Learning website.
Daniel Eppel (5thYear)
In the run up to the state exams, Stratford's Wellbeing Team draws your attention to the suite of resources on gov.ie under the heading of Wellbeing support for Exam Students, Parents and School Staff.
As is tradition at this time of year, the annual rounders game took place between our outgoing 6th Years and Teachers. Despite great efforts by our 6th years and some fabulous play, Teachers came out victorious. Fair play to all who played in this game.
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Congratulations to our prize winners at our end of year assembly. Awards including attendance, student of the year and the Principal's Junior & Senior student award for this academic year.
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