Shavuos I - Counting the Omer

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Shavuos I - Counting the Omer

FromConversations with Rabbi Dr Akiva Tatz

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May 7, 2021

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What does counting down achieve? The torah says count 50 days, why do we not count the 50th day?

Released:

May 7, 2021

Format:

Podcast episode

Titles in the series (27)

JLE is proud to present ”Conversations with Rabbi Dr Akiva Tatz” presented by Rabbi Mena Reisner. Covering topics such as Relationships, Covid-19, Genetics, Origins of the universe all the way through to everyday current affairs. These 20 minute snippets are the perfect dose of Torah thoughts for the day. Be in touch via podcasts@jle.org.uk with your questions and feedback!

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Shavuos I - Counting the Omer

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