Simhat Torah is celebrated at the end of Sukkot,. This joyous festival marks the completion of the annual cycle of Torah readings and the beginning of the new cycle. We celebrate the continuity of the Torah in Jewish life and acknowledge our appreciation for the joy it brings to us.

In keeping with tradition - Jews attend synagogue to participate in the procession of the Torah. The Torah is carried throughout the sanctuary to give congregants the opportunity to show their love and respect. Traditionally children parade behind the Torah carrying flags, apples and candles. Songs are sung and in many synagogues there is joyous dancing.

Join us for a joyous rollicking child-friendly service in which we will completely unroll the Torah scroll, finish the annual cycle of reading the Torah, and then “In the Beginnig” start a new annual cycle of the Torah Reading. This will be followed singing and dancing with the Torah to celebrate the event.

Beit Tikvah’s own “Ruach Band” will be there to supply the music

Please bring a Dessert and a bottle of juice or soda or “shnapps” for the oneg after the service.