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How did an ancient Talmudic date become Israel’s national Tree-Planting Holiday? Read the fascinating historical journey from the 1,500 saplings of Yesוd HaMa’ala in 1884, through the educational revolution in Zichron Yaakov, to the birthday of the Knesset. Tu BiShvat, which falls today (Monday), February 2, is the date on which the New Year for
By Elad Huminer·Feb 2, 2026
