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Here’s how much San Antonians will pay for roses this Valentine’s Day as seen from southern Israel, on Friday, Jan. 19, 2024. Israeli soldiers are seen in a tunnel that the military Soldiers send valentine video IDF Spokesman’s Office releases a video of soldiers celebrating Valentine’s Day on an army base By ToI Staff 15 February 2012, 8:12 am Edit In Israel, however, Tu B'Av is far more popular than Valentine's Day and is interestingly observed as a day of love and romance by Jews of all stripes and denominations, from fully secular Jews to Valentine's Day isn't a widely observed holiday in Israel, but there are still ways to show your loved one you care here! Besides, we love any excuse to celebrate! Keep reading to hear how Israelis celebrate Valentine's Day.On the Hebrew calendar, Israelis have their own day of love - Tu B'Av. Valentines Day is actually not as popular, but due to Anglo influence, you can find more and more Meaning, both secular and religious Jews celebrate the national “day of love” more than the international one. The gaps, of course, still vary by group. When a group is higher on the religiosity scale, the gap between those who celebrate Tu B'av and those who celebrate Valentine's Day increases. A fascinating document from the archive of Rabbi Moshe Tzvi Neria kept at the National Library of Israel provides a glimpse into the beginnings of the historic debate between Haredim and religious Zionists regarding service in the Israeli army – a debate which continues to this day. Originally a post-biblical day of joy, it served as a matchmaking day for unmarried women in the Second Temple period (before the fall of Jerusalem in 70 C.E.). Tu B’Av was almost unnoticed in the Jewish calendar for many centuries but it has been rejuvenated in recent decades, especially in the modern state of Israel. In Israel, many couples exchange gifts or flowers and celebrate with a romantic dinner or a night out, just like on Valentine’s Day in the rest of the world (yes, Valentine’s Day is observed around the globe). Tu B’Av is also considered an auspicious day for weddings. The ancient origins of Tu B’Av Tu B'Av is a day of joy that follows Tisha B'Av by six days and contrasts with the sadness of Tisha B'Av. [9] Tu B'Av does not have many established religious rituals associated with its celebration except that Tachanun is not said—either at mincha the day before or on the day itself—and a bride and groom traditionally do not fast if their God chose Israel saying, “You shall be a special treasure for me,,, a kingdom of priests and a holy nation” (Exodus 19:4-5). Then Israel chose God by answering, “All that the Lord has spoken The Israeli military has withdrawn from an area of Gaza known as the Netzarim corridor that bisects the enclave, Hamas said on Sunday, a move that was expected under the ceasefire agreement between Israel and the Palestinian militant group. An Israeli security source, requesting anonymity as they were not authorized to speak publicly, confirmed the Israeli military was withdrawing from its Military Discounts for Valentine's Day Cupcakes sit on display during the USO's Cupcake Drop at Camp Johnson, N.C., Feb. 14, 2019. (Stephanie E. Soto/U.S. Marine Corps) Soldiers’ Angels Valentines for Veterans is a great way to give back in the spirit of Valentine’s Day. This volunteer opportunity is virtual, easy, and a great activity for children or groups. This volunteer opportunity is virtual, easy, and a great activity for children or groups. In Israel, there is another day that celebrates love called Tu B’Av that takes place in the summer months, this year on August 9, 2025. This means there are two dates to celebrate love in Israel. Check out some of the best Valentine’s Day ideas in Israel: Share the Sunrise. Watch the sunrise together on a Masada Sunrise Tour. On the occasion of Valentine’s Day, we extend our warm greetings to our soldiers who always keep us safe. Wishing you all a very Happy Valentine’s Day. Warm greetings on the occasion of Valentine’s Day to our soldiers. May the love you have in the country is always protected. Military Valentine’s Day Card Messages, Wishes Take your kids on a Valentine’s Day date. Valentine’s Day is an awesome opportunity to teach little kids what the holiday is all about. Head to the park for special Valentine’s Day picnic and exchange Valentine’s cards. You could even do a Valentine’s Day craft or activity together during the picnic. Or host a Valentine’s Day tea This is a great way to provide your deployed veteran’s military unit with a gift for Valentine’s Day. Organize a charity run/walk for military spouses, family, and friends of soldiers from your veteran’s unit that is deployed on Valentine’s day. Look for sponsors or charge a small entrance fee. This satellite photo from Planet Labs PBC shows damaged buildings at Iran's Parchin military base outside of Tehran, Iran, Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024. Lucky for you we have come up with a few ways for service members and spouses alike to give Valentine's Day its due from a world apart (and even one way not to, if you insist):. 1. Open Care Valentine’s Day is a holiday celebrated every February 14; this year Valentine's Day falls on a Friday. Across the United States and in other places around the world, candy, flowers and gifts
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