Shemini Atzeret

Deuteronomy 14:22-16:17; Numbers 29:35-39

Deuteronomy 14:22-16:17; Numbers 29:35

The major themes of the day's Torah reading, with a plethora of links to "un-shelled" articles.

Tithes, charity, the Sabbatical year, the firstborn of kosher cattle, and the three major festivals.

A concise rendering of the holiday's reading, divided according to the aliyahs.

The dedication of Solomon's Temple, his prayer, blessing, and his send off of the congregated Jews -- on Shemini Atzeret.

The haftorah’s basic narrative, in simple English.

For an informed reading of I Kings 8:54–66

By Mendel Dubov

Readings for Shemini Atzeret

Tishrei 22, 5787

October 3, 2026

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