- February 13, 2025
- 6:25 pm
- Ukraine
The trees were planted in the Kyiv Jewish school “Perlin”, which in October last year was badly damaged by the blow of the Russian drone. This gesture has become a symbol of restoration and adamant faith in the future, despite destruction and war.
That bi-sew – A Jewish holiday symbolizing the revival of nature and the beginning of a new cycle of life. This day, when the trees begin to wake up from winter sleep, this year has acquired special importance for the Jewish community of Kyiv.
In the festive ceremony on February 13, 2025, dedicated to the Bi-Shvat, in the capital of Ukraine took part important representatives of Israel and Ukraine, including chief GUR of the MO of Ukraine, Major General Kirill Budanov, Israeli Ambassador to Ukraine Michael Brodsky, the main rabbi of Kyiv Yonathan Markovich and the Honorary Consul of Israel in Ukraine Oleg Vishnyakov.
Honorary mission – landing the first tree
At the solemn event, chief GUR of Ukraine, Major General Kirill Budanov, who received a special honor to plant the first tree, expressed the importance of restoring the educational institution, which became not only a school, but also a symbol of the stamina and vitality of the Ukrainian people. As the chief rabbi of Kyiv Yonatan Markovich noted:
“Despite the destruction, we restored the school as a symbol of our unbending faith that the life and future of our children should shine even in the dark times of the war. We are convinced that life always wins, the world will come, and everything will blossom again. ”
TU BI-Swat-the Feast of Renaissance and Environmental Stability
TU BI-Swat is traditionally associated with care of nature, symbolizing not only the beginning of a new cycle of growth of trees, but also a revival after difficulties. This day is celebrated by Jews around the world, planting new trees and noting the significance of the Renaissance. This year, the holiday was an important step in restoring not only a school, but also a symbol of solidarity between Ukraine and Israel, expressing faith in the future.
Israeli ambassador to Ukraine Michael Brodsky noted:
“That Bi-Swat reminds us that even after the most difficult trials, life will be dodged. This holiday is the beginning of a new life cycle – a peaceful future for both Israel and Ukraine. “
The value of Tu Bi-Shvat for the Jewish community in Ukraine
For the Jewish community of Ukraine, this holiday is of particular importance in war and destruction. Planting trees, Kyiv Jews express their support and faith in a bright future. Representatives of the European diplomatic corps, who took part in the event, emphasized that the Bi-Shvat symbolizes not only the revival of nature, but also the restoration of the Ukrainian nation, which is part of the European family.
The symbolism of the event
Planting trees on the day of the Bi-Shvat, participants in the ceremony emphasize that even in the most difficult conditions it is important not only to restore the destroyed, but also to take care of the future generation. This event is not only environmental, but also cultural, spiritual, as well as political, demonstrating cohesion and support between Israel and Ukraine. This gesture has become a vivid example of solidarity and the desire to restore after destruction.
Conclusion
The holiday of the Bi-Shvat in Kyiv in 2025 became not just a ceremony, but a bright symbol of hope and strength. This is a reminder that even after the most cruel blows, life and faith in the future continue to grow and develop.
The event that united Israel and Ukraine became an expression of solidarity and cohesion, demonstrating that restoration is not only an environmental process, but also an act of spiritual revival.
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