A guide to the blessings and songs traditionally recited during celebrations and joyous occasions.
The "Shehecheyanu" blessing is recited to express gratitude for experiencing a new or special occasion, such as holidays, eating a new fruit, or wearing new clothes for the first time.
- שֶׁהֶחֱיָנוּ
"Siman Tov U'Mazel Tov" is a joyful song and blessing traditionally sung at Jewish weddings and other celebratory occasions, such as bar and bat mitzvahs, to wish good fortune and success to the individuals being honored.
- סִימָן טוֹב וּמַזָּל טוֹב
"Hava Nagila" is a traditional Jewish song of celebration and joy, often sung at weddings, bar mitzvahs, and other festive occasions to inspire dancing and communal happiness.
- הָבָה נָגִילָה