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Lag B'Omer
Definition: Lag B'Omer is a Jewish holiday that falls on the 33rd day of the counting of the Omer, a period of semi-mourning, between Passover and Shavuot. It commemorates a break in the tragedy during this period and is celebrated with bonfires, picnics, and various activities.
Senses:
- Noun: Lag B'Omer is an annual festival observed by Jewish communities to commemorate a pause in the mourning period of the Omer between Passover and Shavuot.
- Historical Event: Refers to the historical event when a plague that killed thousands of Jewish scholars ceased on the 33rd day of the Omer.
Examples:
- Every year, Jewish families gather around bonfires to celebrate Lag B'Omer.
- On Lag B'Omer, communities organize picnics and outdoor activities to mark the occasion.
- Lag B'Omer is a festive break in the traditional mourning period.
- The incredible story of the cessation of the plague has become an integral part of Lag B'Omer history and tradition.
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