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The fast of Tisha B'av 2026 (the Ninth of Av) begins at sundown on July 22, 2026, and concludes at nightfall on July 23, 2026.

The fast of Tisha b'Av is observed on the Hebrew calendar date of 9 Av (or 10 Av, when 9 Av is Shabbat). Here are the coinciding secular dates for the upcoming years:

2027: August 11-12
2028: July 31-August 1

2029: July 21-22
2030: August 7-8

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Avigail August 3, 2025

when is it the end of the fast?
sorry, silly question but i cant find it anywhere😅 Reply

Chabad.org Staff August 3, 2025

in response to Avigail:

That depends on where you live :) please check out this link for the times in your location, or tap on the date in the very first line of this page. Reply

John Hancock August 4, 2024

When are the 9 days on which it's traditional not to eat meat before the 9th of Av. Since the days start at sunset, it's not clear what the tradition is. Reply

Chabad.org Staff August 5, 2024

in response to John Hancock:

In 2024 the Nine days began at sunset August 5, and the prohibition is in place until chatzot, halachic midday of August 14. Reply

Allan July 21, 2024

Is there some significance when your English birthday falls on tisha b’av. so on the same day. Reply

Dov Stein for Chabad.org July 24, 2024

in response to Allan:

The Baal Shem Tov teaches that there are lessons to be learned from all things. When your English birthday falls on Tisha B'Av, it could be seen as a poignant occurrence. Here are a few possible perspectives:

Contrasting themes: Your birthday, typically a joyous occasion, coincides with a day of mourning and reflection. This contrast might symbolize the balance between joy and sorrow or light and darkness.

Renewal and hope: Tisha B'Av marks a turning point, as it is said that the Moshiach will be born on this day. Your birthday could be seen as a personal symbol of renewal and hope amidst sorrow.

Introspection and self-reflection: Tisha B'Av encourages introspection and self-reflection. Having your birthday on this day might prompt you to examine your life, goals, and values, leading to personal growth and self-awareness.

Your very asking about a potential significance is a step in the right direction. Reply

Allan July 24, 2024

in response to Dov Stein for Chabad.org:

Thank you for your reply.

My Hebrew birthday IS Tisha B'Av.
I found it interesting that this year it coincides with my English birthday August 13th.

As it turns out, I am a Levy and a descendant of the Baal Shem Tov.

I appreciate your thoughts.

Toda Reply

Allan J Ross July 30, 2024

in response to Allan:

Is there any way to get an answer or suggestion? Reply

Dov Stein for Chabad.org August 4, 2024

in response to Allan J Ross:

Thank you for sharing more about your connection to Tisha B'Av and your heritage. What a fascinating event that your Hebrew and English birthdays align this year! Regarding the overlap of dates, it's interesting to note that the Hebrew and Gregorian calendars can intersect on a somewhat regular basis.

As a Levy and descendant of the Baal Shem Tov, you come from a rich spiritual lineage. The Levites played a crucial role in Jewish tradition, serving as spiritual leaders and guardians of the Temple.

May both your birthdays and your birthrights serve as reminders of your unique connection to Jewish heritage and the opportunity to explore your spiritual roots. Reply

Irina Fridman July 17, 2021

Do we light candles on Tish B’Av? Reply

Anonymous July 17, 2021

in response to Irina Fridman :

No, we do not. Reply

ploni baltimore August 7, 2022

in response to Irina Fridman :

Some synagogues do, especially at night and the Electric lights are dimmed Reply

Irina July 17, 2021

in response to Anonymous:

Thank you very much. That was what I thought, but wanted to make sure.
Very grateful. Reply

Yosef Manipur July 7, 2021

Is there any part to abstain at birchot hasachar on 9 Av Reply

Thomas Johnson Colerain August 4, 2019

What if you were born on the 9th of AV? Reply

Chabad.org Staff August 4, 2019

in response to Thomas Johnson:

According to some opinions, the Messiah was born on this day, furthermore, when the Messiah comes it will become a day of joy. I find that to be very meaningful. Reply

David Mehnert USA August 12, 2019

in response to Chabad.org Staff:

The sad thing ıs [ ] also knows [ ] do not particularly want [ ] to come and will not will it [ ] might be saying i Reply

Oren Wysocki margate July 17, 2018

Shows you how much control of all sides the Jewish people have had throughout history. In G-d I trust. Reply

Dror Jerusalem July 5, 2018

When the fast is delayed by shabbat, should Eichah be read on motzei shabbat when the fast-day begins? Reply

EK July 6, 2018

in response to Dror:

This year the Eicha is to be read after Arvit upon the completion of Shabbat.
You can subscribe to our weekly
Luach (Calendar) that will have the exact details of how to go about this. Reply

Louise Bronstein WATFORD July 4, 2018

To Bris or not to bris? Can you hold a bris during the 3 weeks? Reply

Chabad.org Staff July 4, 2018

in response to Louise Bronstein:

Yes, a bris may and should be held during the Three Weeks if that's when the eighth day falls in. It should be in an auspicious time. Reply

Alison Portland, OR September 26, 2016

Tisha B'Av What if a person is born on Tisha B'Av? Reply

Ben-Tzion Monsey July 18, 2017

in response to Alison:

I believe there's a gemorah which says that Moshiach is born on Tisha B'av. Nevertheless, the birthday cake has to be delayed! Reply

Bill White UK August 1, 2017

in response to Ben-Tzion:

It says he was conceived on Tisha B'Av ... Reply

Ben -Tzion Monsey August 2, 2017

in response to Ben-Tzion:

Thank you. Looks like I blew it! What can I do to make-up for it? Anything??

Thanks again. :)

Alison
P.S. Where is Monsey? Reply

Carol Klein Middletown July 25, 2022

in response to Ben -Tzion:

Monsey is in Rockland County in New York State. The main thoroughfare is Rt. 59. Reply

Susan NY July 9, 2023

in response to Carol Klein:

If you travel on Friday, make it early. It's a parking lot... Reply

Avraham Tel Aviv August 14, 2016

Hopefully there will not be 9 Av next year because Mashiach will come. Reply

Susan Poughkeepsie April 20, 2019

in response to Avraham:

Perhaps this year, 2019 Reply

Jonathan Kubis June 27, 2016

Tisha B'Av The fast commemorates the sin of the 12 Spies.(Mishnah Taanit 4:6
The destruction of the First and Second Temples which both occurred on Av 9.
The Romans crushed The Bar Kokhba's revolt and destroyed the city of Betar, killing over 100,000 Jews, on July 8, 132 (Av 9)
Most religious communities now also use Tisha B'Av to mourn the 6,000,000 Jews who perished in the Holocaust Reply

Thomas Johnson Colerain July 28, 2019

in response to Jonathan Kubis:

I have a very dear sweet friend with a good heart who was born on AUG 9th, is this a bad sign for her? Reply

Chabad.org Staff August 4, 2019

in response to Thomas Johnson:

August 9 has no relevance from the perspective of Jewish tradition as it goes according to the Hebrew calendar month. Reply

Pamela Rolston Hamilton December 15, 2021

in response to Chabad.org Staff:

Yes it falls on different days
each year, according to the Hebrew calender. The 9th of Av. does fall in August at times but also in July of the secular calender. Reply

CB June 15, 2015

To C. P. Because we may not fast on Shabbat, (except when Yom Kippur coincides with Shabbat), the fast of Nine Av is pushed off to Saturday night and Sunday. Reply

C P Kelley Hollywood, CA June 15, 2015

This year, a non-Jewish calendar has the New Moon on July 15. Presumably July 15/16 is the First Day of the Month of Av. Nine days later would be July 23/24. Is the date of Tisha b'Av "adjusted" to avoid conflict with Shabbat? Reply

Anonymous August 2, 2014

Other 9th of Av Historic Events This goes back to when Israel sent spies into the promised land & most of them came back with a bad & fearful report.
World War 1 began on this date.
Hitler's Final Solution to eliminate the Jews was drafted on the day.
Gaza was evacuated and the land given to the Palestinians by the beginning of the date.
Jews kicked out of Spain. Jews kicked out of England. There is much more.... Reply

Louis August Cadard III Carriere February 14, 2014

the date line & time zones Does the day change for the 9th of Av on the other side of the earth? Why / why not? Reply

Anonymous February 14, 2014

Thanks so much Reply

Lynn Lites Arizona, USA January 26, 2014

I realize this answer is much later in its forthcoming than your request (as I just read it myself) but yes, in case you never got your answer, the two temples were destroyed on Tisha B'av. Also it is the date when Jews were ejected from Spain and on another year on the same date they were expelled from England. This is just a handful of events - I know there are many more. I've likened it to a scratch in an LP record that extends the entire recording and sometimes when the needle hits the scratch major things happen, other times just a minor blip. It is a bonafide reason for fasting on this date - as catastrophies are bound to happen, and G-D works with dates, numbers and symbols when dealing with His people. Hope that helped for anyone wanting to know! Reply

Anonymous Jersey shore July 16, 2013

If a child does not listen to his parent, he will not get any treats or snacks and will possibly go to bed early. So to if an adult does not listen to his parent, G-d, he too will not get the treats he desires. We must all be aware that G-d made a beautiful world and man is the one who contaminated it with all the immorality and lack of faith. Reply

Menachem Posner for Chabad.org November 11, 2009

This is indeed the case. You can read more about these and other catastrophic events of the day here. Reply

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