Public guided tour (in English)
A special edition of the guide ‘Religion and Ritual’ focuses on Sukkot, which begins on 26 September 2026. The seven-day Feast of Tabernacles is a joyful, optimistic festival.
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Jüdisches Museum Berlin
In the Exodus narrative in the Book of Leviticus, God instructs his people to dwell in booths:
“For seven days you shall dwell in booths, […] so that future generations may know that I made the children of Israel dwell in booths when I brought them out of Egypt.”
The tour also explores the Torah, the Holy Scripture of Judaism. From an early age, children all over the world learn the Hebrew script so that they can read the Torah. Visitors will learn more about the significance of the Holy Scripture for Jewish people today and how it is interpreted. A ‘sounding’ world map brings to life the Jewish languages that have developed within the Diaspora.
In the installation *Why Follow the Law*, Jewish people talk about their personal approach to religious commandments. Objects and everyday items tell of Jewish ways of life, such as the Jewish dietary laws (kashrut) or the commandment of charity (tzedakah). A flamenco dress, a sewing cushion and a crown offer insights into the diversity within Judaism.
IN ENGLISH
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Dates
October 2026
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