Holidays - Yom Ha'azmaut

On May 14, 1948 (5th Iyar), the modern State of Israel declared independence. For the first time in almost 1,900 years, the Jewish people had a free and independent homeland in the biblically Promised Land.

Every day since that declaration of independence, Israel and been forced to struggle to survive. But Israel has not only survived, it has thrived as a nation. Appropriately, Israelis celebrate Yom Ha’azmaut (Israeli Independence Day) with joyous festivities- parades, picnics, games and speeches.

Yom Ha’azamaut is a day of celebration not only for Israelis. Jews around the world join in because while Israel is the physical homeland of many Jews, it is the spiritual homeland of all Jews.

Explore the articles and links below for more information on the State of Israel and Yom Ha’atzmaut celebrations. Additional resources are available in the Adath library and from the rabbis.

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