This is an ominous day in Jewish history. It is called the “Saddest day in Jewish history”…one where they have a fast. It seems that “bad” things happen on this day. It was last year that the Lebanon war broke out against Israel. They are bracing for this to happen again.
In Israel’s history these things have happened on this day:
The first temple was destroyed
The second temple was destroyed
The day Israel lacked faith in the spy’s report of the Promised land and were sentenced by YHWH to wander another 40 years in the desert. The unbelieving generation to die off, except for Joshua and Caleb who were faithful.
The Holocaust remembrance day.
Several other more modern occurrences.
According to Orthodox Judaism
Most in Orthodox Judaism believe that until the arrival of the Jewish Messiah, this day will continue to be observed as a fast; when the Messiah comes, it will become a great celebration.
Other traditions
Classical Jewish sources maintain that the Jewish Messiah will be born on Tisha B'Av, though many explain this idea metaphorically.
Watching intently…
Blessings,
Tony
P.S. - lots of stuff on the web for more study...feel free to share any new insights!!!
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