Simchat Torah Orientation

Rabbi Jon's Podcasts by Rabbi Jon Spira-Savett

Oct 6, 20093:54Religion & Spirituality

Here is a brief explanation of what goes on at Simchat Torah services. In the middle is one simple melody that we sing with each of the Hakafot, the processions around the Sanctuary carrying the Torah scrolls.

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