Tzom Gedalia/Fast of Gedalia

When:
September 14, 2026
All Day
Where:
Event category: Special event
Hybrid

Jewish

The Fast of Gedaliah is observed to commemorate of the murder of Gedaliah the son of Achikam, which is described in the last chapter of the Second Book of Kings. This murder resulted in the final Babylonian exile and destruction.

Date details: Begins at dawn and ends at nightfall.

General practices: Fasting.

Potential accommodations: Plan limited activities on a fast day.

Contact

Alex Boesch
alex.boesch@wayne.edu

Cost

Free
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