Today we will focus our Torah study on the holiday Shavuot. We will focus our study on the Book of Ruth as is traditional during Shavuot. We will have our traditional bagels, lox & cream cheese, but also some cheesecake.

Observances and Traditions (From Chabad.org)

Shavuot is celebrated with various customs, including:

• All-Night Torah Study: Many Jews stay up all night studying Torah, a practice known as Tikkun Leil Shavuot, which symbolizes the Israelites' preparation for receiving the Torah.

  Reading the Book of Ruth: This is a common practice during Shavuot, as Ruth's story is associated with the harvest season and her acceptance of Judaism parallels the Jewish people's acceptance of the Torah.

  Dairy Foods: It is customary to eat dairy dishes during Shavuot, with many enjoying cheesecake and other dairy products.