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Yom Haatzmaut

Israelā€™s Independence Day
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Yom Haatzmaut

Yom Haatzmaut

יום העצמאו×Ŗ

Yome ha-atz-ma-OOT

ā€œThe Day of Independenceā€

What is Yom Haatzmaut

Yom Haā€™atzmaut celebrates the day the State of Israel was declared independent in May 1948. Today it is celebrated with fireworks and barbecues.

When is Yom Haatzmaut

Iyar 5

In order to avoid desecration of Shabbat, these days are often commemorated a day before or after the official date

Month

Iyar

Customs of Yom Haatzmaut
  • Having a barbeque – many Israelis celebrate the day by having a barbeque, often in the local park.
  • Wearing blue and white – it is customary to wear the colors of the Israeli flag, blue and white.
  • Attaching Israeli flags to oneā€™s car – many people attach flags to their cars as a symbol of pride in their country.
  • Flag parades – this is often an event for the whole family, with Israeli music blasting and almost every participant waving a huge Israeli flag.

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