Shalom chevrei! This episode reflects on the Hebrew month of Av, exploring its spiritual significance and rituals. The month is marked by both mourning, due to the destruction of the Temples on the 9th of Av, and hope for redemption, symbolized by the 15th of Av, a day of joy and love. The month of Menachem Av is associated with themes of destruction and rebuilding, with the letter Tet and the tribe of Shimon playing symbolic roles. Av's astrological sign, Leo, signifies divine will and the potential for renewal. The episode also discusses observances, such as mourning practices and the significance of Rosh Chodesh, emphasizing the importance of ritual observance in preparing for the future rebuilding of the Temple. The host encourages listeners to explore and practice Jewish customs as part of spiritual growth and connection to God. Incidentally since this is the last episode, we will summarize the months and tribes here: In Jewish tradition, each month of the Hebrew calendar is associated with a specific tribe of Israel. Here is a list of the tribes and the Hebrew months they correspond to:

1. Nisan (1st month) – Tribe of Judah
   Nisan is associated with the tribe of Judah, which led the march in the desert and is connected to leadership and kingship, as Judah was the royal tribe.

2. Iyar (2nd month) – Tribe of Issachar
   Issachar is associated with wisdom and understanding, and Iyar is a month of spiritual reflection, often linked to the counting of the Omer.

3. Sivan (3rd month) – Tribe of Zebulun Zebulun, the tribe associated with commerce and trade, is linked to Sivan, the month of the giving of the Torah on Shavuot, when a connection to both spiritual and material prosperity is emphasized.

4. Tammuz (4th month) – Tribe of Reuben Reuben, the firstborn, is associated with Tammuz, which falls during the period of mourning leading up to Tisha B'Av, a time of reflection on spiritual and historical losses.

5. Av (5th month) – Tribe of Shimon Shimon, associated with hearing and listening, corresponds to Av, a month of mourning and also the anticipation of redemption, as represented by Tu B'Av.

6. Elul (6th month) – Tribe of Gad
   Gad, symbolizing strength and resolve, is linked to Elul, a time of introspection, repentance, and preparation for the High Holy Days.

7. Tishrei (7th month) – Tribe of Ephraim Ephraim is associated with Tishrei, the month of the High Holy Days (Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Sukkot), representing both the beginning of the Jewish year and a time of spiritual renewal.

8. Cheshvan (8th month) – Tribe of Manasseh Manasseh, connected to the concept of remembrance, is linked to Cheshvan, a month with no major holidays, representing a time for spiritual work and reflection.

9. Kislev (9th month) – Tribe of Benjamin Benjamin is associated with Kislev, a month of joy and celebration, especially with the holiday of Hanukkah.

10. Tevet (10th month) – Tribe of Dan Dan, associated with judgment and resolve, is connected to Tevet, a month of reflection on the destruction of the First Temple and the time of mourning leading up to the fast of the 10th of Tevet.

11. Shevat (11th month) – Tribe of Asher Asher, symbolizing abundance and blessings, corresponds to Shevat, the month of Tu B'Shevat, the New Year for trees, a time to reflect on nature and renewal.

12. Adar (12th month) – Tribe of Naphtali Naphtali, associated with joy and happiness, is connected to Adar, the month of Purim, a time of celebration and redemption.

    This system reflects a deeper spiritual and symbolic connection between the months and the tribes of Israel, enhancing the significance of each month within the Jewish calendar.

Welcome friends to this PENULTIMATE episode of the Footsteps of The Messiah, 5784 edition of A YEAR OF MONTHS! We cover all things Tammuz this month and will explain where the name comes from, why and what it means. Also we share all the dates of importance and the season that Tammuz includes and how it prophesies about the future! Tammuz is strongly connected to the destruction of the Beit HaMikdash and the city of Yerushalayim, past, present and FUTURE! Into the Messianic Age, Tammuz will become a new starting holiday for an entire 3 week festival season! [See Zechariah 8]

So said the Lord of Hosts: The fast of the fourth [month], the fast of the fifth [month], the fast of the seventh [month], and the fast of the tenth [month] shall be for the house of Judah for joy and happiness and for happy holidays-but love truth and peace. יט כֹּֽה־אָמַ֞ר יְהֹוָ֣ה צְבָא֗וֹת צ֣וֹם הָֽרְבִיעִ֡י וְצ֣וֹם הַֽחֲמִישִׁי֩ וְצ֨וֹם הַשְּׁבִיעִ֜י וְצ֣וֹם הָֽעֲשִׂירִ֗י יִֽהְיֶ֚ה לְבֵית־יְהוּדָה֙ לְשָׂשׂ֣וֹן וּלְשִׂמְחָ֔ה וּֽלְמֹֽעֲדִ֖ים טוֹבִ֑ים וְהָֽאֱמֶ֥ת וְהַשָּׁל֖וֹם אֱהָֽבוּ:

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Welcome to the third to last of this year's episodes of a year of months! This year we have been delving into each of the months one at a time. Before Rosh Hashanah, our goal is to finish the year strong and complete the cycle! This month covers SIVAN and new insights, ideas and deeper understandings of the month as well as the major holiday that occurs! Join us for this episode just under one hour. And we look forward to bringing you more soon! G-d bless you and shalom!