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Tu B’Shvat: The Fruit of the Land of Israel and its Secrets

'Extra-virgin olive oil protects people from age-related cognitive decline,’ said Antonio Capurso of the University of Bari, who completed a study on 300 people.

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‘Tu B’Shvat’ – A Joyful Day in Israel to Celebrate Trees!

Tu B’Shvat is the Jewish New Year for trees. It is a joyful day in Israel when both children and adults go on tree-planting and agricultural field trips.

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Tu B’Shvat: Let the Fruit of the Trees Inspire You

Jewish wisdom is full of insightful comparisons between the Jewish People, and trees and fruit.

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WATCH: A Taste of Tu B’Shvat – Israel’s New Year for Trees!

Tu Bs'Shvat is the Jewish new year for trees. In Israel, it is celebrated by eating fruit and planting trees.

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In Israel, it’s the New Year – for Trees!

In the Jewish world, Tu B’Shvat has become a celebration of fruit, particularly fruit from the Land of Israel.

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WATCH: Honor the Wonders of Nature on Tu B’Shvat!

Watch and learn about this fun and environmentally friendly holiday!

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Tu B’Shvat in a Nutshell (Israel’s New Year for Trees!)

Tu B'Shvat, Israel's New Year for Trees, is very unique and teaches us many deep lessons that we can apply to our everyday lives.

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Tu B’Shvat: Annual Reminder to Appreciate the Beauty of the Land of Israel

One can only marvel at the transformation of the landscape described by Mark Twain to that of today.

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Tu B’Shvat Reflections: Israel a ‘Renewable’ Light to the Nations

As we celebrate the New Year for Tress, it is time to reflect upon Israel's unique ability and urgent responsibility to care for the natural resources that God created.

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Tu B’Shvat: A Celebration of Life’s Potential!

While we usually celebrate the fruits of our labor, Tu B'Shvat reminds us not to lose hope, even when potential is the only thing to rejoice over.

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Tu B’Shvat Lessons: I’m No Tree-Hugger but I Love Israeli Trees!

New Years may be over, but did you know that there is another New Year holiday being celebrated this month? The Holiday of Tu B’shvat takes place on the 15th day of the Hebrew month Shevat, January 26 this year (falls on Shabbat), and marks the New Year for Trees. That’s right, trees.

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A Tu B’Shvat Guide for the Perplexed

Former Israeli Ambassador to the US Yoram Ettinger explains the Jewish holiday of Tu B'Shvat, which celebrates the fruit of the Land of Israel. 

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Rip Van Winkle, Tu B’Shvat and the Secret of Jewish Perseverance

On Tu B’Shvat we appreciate the experience of planting trees or eating the fruit of trees that will bear fruit leading to a better future.  

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Tu B’Shvat: What is a Birthday for Trees?

Why is there a separate New Year for trees rather than including it on Rosh Hashana?

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Plant Fruit Trees to Celebrate Israel’s New Year for Trees!

Tu B'Shvat is Here - Israel's New Year for Trees. Now is the BEST time to plant fruit trees in Israel!

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Israel’s New Year for Trees has Arrived – Plant Fruit Trees Today!

The New Year for Trees (Tu B'Shvat) has arrived. Now is the best time to plant fruit trees in Israel!

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The Jewish New Year for Trees Shows Our Love of Nature

Tu B'Shvat is one of the four New Year celebrations on the Hebrew calendar, demonstrating that the Jewish nation always had an appreciation for nature.

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INFOGRAPHIC: Everything You Need to Know about Tu B’Shvat!

Everything you need to know about the Jewish holiday of Tu B'Shvat. Share with your family and friends.