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Meaning of tevet
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tevet (n)
the fourth month of the civil year; the tenth month of the ecclesiastical year (in December and January)
tevet Sentence Examples
- Teves is the tenth month of the Jewish calendar, beginning in December or January.
- The Hebrew name "Teves" is derived from the Akkadian word "tebetu," meaning "submerging."
- In the Talmud, Teves is associated with the month of darkness and trouble.
- Historically, Teves has been a time of hardship in Israel due to cold weather and potential famine.
- The 10th of Teves marks the Fast of Teves, which commemorates the siege of Jerusalem by Nebuchadnezzar.
- During Teves, the Jewish people traditionally recite the "Tikkun Rachel" prayers, seeking Divine mercy.
- The 2nd of Teves is considered an auspicious day for weddings in some Jewish communities.
- In the year 1948, the Israeli War of Independence began on the 29th of Teves.
- The Hebrew poet Yehuda Halevi wrote a famous poem about the month of Teves.
- Teves is often depicted as a time for reflection, repentance, and strengthening of faith.
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the fourth month of the civil year; the tenth month of the ecclesiastical year (in December and January)
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Teves is the tenth month of the Jewish calendar, beginning in December or January.
The Hebrew name "Teves" is derived from the Akkadian word "tebetu," meaning "submerging."
In the Talmud, Teves is associated with the month of darkness and trouble.
Historically, Teves has been a time of hardship in Israel due to cold weather and potential famine.
