An Introduction to Shemini Atzeret & Simchat Torah

This informative video (04:39) provides a basic introduction to the Jewish holidays of Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah, which immediately follow Sukkot. Aiming to clear up some of the confusion regarding these two holidays – celebrated on different days in Israel and the Diaspora and often considered part of Sukkot –  this video outlines the origins, customs and rituals of these special days in the Jewish calendar. Despite its low quality and questionable source, this video provides clear, basic information, as well as some of the deeper meanings behind these days.