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)
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Well done to the Stratford College Chess team who reached the Libermann Cup Finals to play against Coláiste Eanna on Monday 11th May. This is the first time that the Chess team has reached the finals. While it proved to be challenging with Coláiste Eanna showing great experience and ultimately winning out, the Stratford chess team are determined to be back next year!
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