Tisha B'Av
Tisha B'Av is a communal fast and day of mourning for the destruction of the First and Second Temples and other calamities listed by the Mishnah.
Tisha B'Av in the Calendar and Communities
The fast is observed on 9 Av unless that date is Shabbat, when it is postponed to 10 Av. It begins at sunset the previous evening; exact start and end times depend on location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the next Tisha B'Av?
The next Israel-calendar occurrence is Thursday, August 12, 2027, 9th of Av, 5787. The fast is observed on 9 Av unless that date is Shabbat, when it is postponed to 10 Av. It begins at sunset the previous evening; exact start and end times depend on location.
Where can I begin learning about Tisha B'Av?
Read the Mishnah's list of events together with Eicha and the practical laws followed by your community.
What are primary sources for Tisha B'Av?
The calamities associated with the date: Mishnah Taanit 4:6; Postponing Tisha B'Av when it falls on Shabbat: Mishnah Megillah 1:3; The opening chapter of Eicha: Lamentations 1