Shavuot

Meet the Israeli author making Jewish texts accessible for children

The first book I received of Dina’s series of three was her Scroll of Ruth, most appropriate since Shavuot was only a week away.

Dina Gavriely: ‘My task was clear – create vibrant and joyful texts.’
Jews at the Western Wall, 1870s.

The beauty and frustration of Shavuot at the Western Wall

An Israeli settler argues with a Palestinian farmer, during olive harvesting in Silwad, near Ramallah, October 29, 2025.

Israeli society must reclaim the Torah’s moral core - opinion

A child is carried as Muslims prepare for the holy month of Ramadan in Damascus, Syria, February 18, 2026.

From Shavuot to Ramadan: Living in the guidance of sacred scriptures - opinion


The big Shavuot food guide

White, pure, edible: Israel’s tastiest news.

 Mount Sinai challah by Idan Chabasov and Foodish

Shavuot of intoxication: At these prices, take four bottles

Talia Levin is getting ready for the upcoming long holiday weekend with good wines at great prices.

 Wine and cheese

The new white: How Ilanit Levi is turning Shavuot into the hottest fashion holiday of the summer

Golbary’s presenter isn’t satisfied with just modeling — her new capsule collection unveils 16 white items that transform Shavuot into one big fashion show.

 Ilanit Levi in a capsule collection for Golbary

Grilled feta cheese with tahini, honey, and pine nuts

A complete and perfect Shavuot meal, from the one who knows. This time: a sizzling starter—literally.

 Benny Madar's grilled cheese

How Is Shavuot Connected to Our Challenging Times? Rabbi Yoel Pinto Offers Clarity


Glimpse into the past: KKL-JNF publishes archival photos of Shavuot celebrations pre-state

The photos were taken from the 1930s and 1940s during festivities in Jerusalem, Haifa, Kibbutz Ramat Yohanan, Kibbutz Ramat David and other communities.

Shavuot – First Fruits Festival. Mishmar HaEmek, 1943.

Sales and new home items

Exciting new home products and holiday deals: From designer tableware and eco-friendly water filters to festive flower arrangements and customized carpets.

 Tzemer Beautiful Carpets at the 10th International Conference on Hotel Design and Planning

Here’s how New York is celebrating Shavuot in 2025

Here is how the Jewish community across New York City will be celebrating the holiday, from low-key flower arranging classes and study sessions to all-night ragers.

 Guests at a rooftop concert during the 2023 Paul Feig Marlene Meyerson Tikkun Leil Shavuot. )

Last-minute Shavuot vacation deals in Israel

The holiday of Shavuot is approaching rapidly, with the eve falling on Sunday, June 1, 2025, and the holiday itself on Monday, June 2, 2025.

 A panoramic view from Eilat promenade.

Say Cheese: Halachic clarity for Shavuot dairy delights