The Three Weeks, a period of profound historical significance in the Jewish calendar, begins on Tuesday, July 23, 2024. This solemn time of mourning is a poignant commemoration of the destruction of the First and Second Temples in Jerusalem. It commences on the 17th of Tammuz with a fast and culminates with the fast of Tisha B’Av on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, three weeks later. It’s important to note that for Ashkenazim, certain restrictions begin Monday night, July 22.
During this time, we refrain from joyous activities such as weddings and listening to music as we reflect on the tragedies that have befallen us throughout history. It is a solemn period that serves as a reminder of the need for unity, introspection, and spiritual growth in the face of adversity.