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The author's sukkah at night
Sukkot

4 New Sukkah Blessings To Try This Year

Rabbi Matt Dreffin
 October 9, 2019

Marking holidays looks very different for most of us this year - a perfect time to try something completely new. Though we might need to wait another year before gathering together with groups for a Sukkot meal, here are a few new ideas to try now.