Torah scroll, Hohensalza (Inowrocław) 1903; Jewish Museum Berlin, gift of the Leavor family in memory of Dr. Hans and Luise Librowicz, photo: Roman März
Religion and Ritual: Sukkot
Public Tour (in German)
A special edition of our Religion and Ritual tour series focuses on Sukkot, which begins on September 26, 2026. The seven-day feast is a joyful, optimistic celebration. In the Book of Leviticus, the third Book of the Old Testament, God commands his people to dwell in thatched booths:
"Ye shall dwell in booths seven days […] That your generations may know that I made the children of Israel to dwell in booths, when I brought them out of the land of Egypt."
Sun 4 Oct 2026, 11 am
Where
Old Building, ground level, “Meeting Point” in the Glass Courtyard
Lindenstraße 9–14, 10969 Berlin
We will also take a closer look at the Torah, the sacred scripture of Judaism. From an early age, children around the world learn the Hebrew alphabet so that they can read the Torah. Visitors will learn more about the significance of this sacred text for Jews today and how it is interpreted. A sounding world map introduces Jewish languages that developed throughout the diaspora.
In the installation Why Follow the Law, Jewish individuals speak about their personal relationship with religious commandments. Objects and everyday items tell stories about Jewish religious practice, such as the Jewish dietary laws (kashrut) or the commandment of charity (tzedakah). A flamenco dress, a sewing cushion, and a crown offer insights into the diversity within Judaism.
What is Kashrut?
Kashrut, Hebrew, the ritual purity laws, particularly the dietary laws; a kosher food is permitted, while a treyf food is forbidden.
Where, when, what?
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WhenSun 4 Oct 2026, 11 am
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Where
Old Building, ground level, “Meeting Point” in the Glass Courtyard
Lindenstraße 9–14, 10969 Berlin
See location on map
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Entry fee
6 €, reduced rate. 3 € – Booking opens soon in our ticket shop.
Language Language: German
A guided tour in English will take place on Sat 3 Oct 2026, 3 pm.
