Happy Tu B’Shevat!
Tu B’Shevat, also known as the “New Year of the Trees,” is celebrated by eating fruit, especially those of the ‘Seven Species’ of Israel, which include wheat, barley, grapes, figs, pomegranates, olives and dates.
Which Attribute Do You Identify With?
Choose the quality that resonates most deeply with your soul
You got Wheat!
Chesed (חסד) — Kindness
Wheat has long been a symbol of nourishment and generosity, echoing the attribute of Chesed (חסד). As a staple that provides sustenance, wheat represents the nurturing quality of kindness and divine benevolence found in biblical tradition.
You got Barley!
Gevurah (גבורה) — Severity
Barley is celebrated for its hardiness and resilience, reflecting Gevurah (גבורה) or severity. Thriving even in harsher conditions, barley symbolizes discipline, strength, and the necessary rigor that protects and sustains life.
You got Grapes!
Tiferet (תפארת) — Harmony
Grapes embody the essence of harmony, corresponding to Tiferet (תפארת). Their lush clusters and balanced sweetness symbolize beauty, unity, and the harmonious blending of diverse elements—a reflection of divine balance.
You got Figs!
Netzach (נצח) — Perseverance
Figs, which flourish even in challenging climates, represent Netzach (נצח) or perseverance. Their resilience and ability to produce sweet, nourishing fruit remind us of the rewards that come from persistent effort and determination.
You got Pomegranates!
Hod (הוד) — Humility
Pomegranates, with their many seeds, symbolize abundance as well as Hod (הוד) or humility. Their intricate interior reflects the layered nature of wisdom and the value of modesty, encouraging a recognition of inner richness beyond outward appearance.
You got Olives!
Yesod (יסוד) — Foundation
Olives stand as a symbol of stability and continuity, corresponding to Yesod (יסוד) or foundation. The ancient olive tree, with its deep roots and enduring presence, represents a strong base upon which traditions and life itself are built.
You got Dates!
Malchut (מלכות) — Royalty
Dates, cultivated on regal palms, embody Malchut (מלכות) or royalty. Historically associated with prosperity and dignity, dates evoke the grandeur of ancient kingdoms and symbolize the majestic culmination of growth and divine favor.
