The Three Weeks
The Three Weeks are observed beginning July 17 through Tisha B'Av,
August 7.
Sharp Contrast
Five calamities befell the people of Israel on the 17th of
Tammuz, and five on Tisha B’Av. On the 17th of Tammuz... the
daily Tamid (sacrifice) ceased...
Tisha B'Av 5763 Orthodox Union Tisha B’Av
Program to Feature Emotional New Jerusalem Video and Live
Webcast of Fast Day Elegies, With Commentary by Rabbi Weinreb,
OU Leader.