Daily Update
We continued our Tisha B’Av observance back on the floor of our Beit Medrash, with Shacharit and Kinnot. Rav Schachter offered a general introduction to the daytime Kinnot, explaining the relationship in halacha between actions and emotions. Once again, each kinnah was explained prior to its recital, with a particular emphasis on relevance and context. The Kinnot stretched until after midday, and were extremely moving.
In the early afternoon many took a well-deserved break in their rooms, but for those with the strength to push on, there was a full schedule of inspiring videos. For most, the highlight of Tisha B’Av, if not of the entire summer, was in the closing minutes of the fast, as we traveled to the Kotel for singing and tefila. The NCSYers sang for over an hour, a few feet from the Har HaBayit. The huge and diverse crowd of Israelis and tourists that joined our circle was a testimony to the significance of the gathering. It was truly unforgettable to be the center of attention at the Kotel, on TIsha B’Av
We continued our Tisha B’Av observance back on the floor of our Beit Medrash, with Shacharit and Kinnot. Rav Schachter offered a general introduction to the daytime Kinnot, explaining the relationship in halacha between actions and emotions. Once again, each kinnah was explained prior to its recital, with a particular emphasis on relevance and context. The Kinnot stretched until after midday, and were extremely moving.
In the early afternoon many took a well-deserved break in their rooms, but for those with the strength to push on, there was a full schedule of inspiring videos. For most, the highlight of Tisha B’Av, if not of the entire summer, was in the closing minutes of the fast, as we traveled to the Kotel for singing and tefila. The NCSYers sang for over an hour, a few feet from the Har HaBayit. The huge and diverse crowd of Israelis and tourists that joined our circle was a testimony to the significance of the gathering. It was truly unforgettable to be the center of attention at the Kotel, on TIsha B’Av
