There are three months in a row in the Jewish calendar that the 15th of the month is a special event. The 15th of Shvat is Tu B'Shvat, the New Year for the Trees. The 14th-15th of Adar is Purim and Shushan Purim. The 15th of Nissan is Passover.

The Hebrew numerical value of the number 15 is aviv; translated means spring. Spring is a season of hope and time of encouragement.

The common denominator of our faith is to always be hopeful and offer support emotionally, spiritually, and physically for all who are in need.

May G-d bless you and your family with the blessings of 15!

Happy Purim and Passover.

Rabbi Tzvi Berkowitz
Chaplain National Shomrim Society