British Jewish Group Launches Sukkot Campaign for Gaza Hostages
The initiative invites Jews worldwide to reserve a symbolic seat for hostages in Gaza during the Sukkot holiday, drawing on the tradition of ushpizin.
- The Board of Deputies of British Jews is leading the 'Save a Seat at the Sukkah' campaign to honor 101 hostages held by Hamas.
- Participants are encouraged to place a poster of a hostage on an empty seat in their sukkah to symbolize their absence.
- The campaign utilizes social media kits and hashtags like #SukkotUshpizin to spread awareness and support.
- This initiative is part of broader efforts to keep the plight of the hostages in public consciousness, similar to previous campaigns during Passover.
- The campaign aims to not only remember the hostages but also to amplify their stories and advocate for their return.
The Jerusalem Post 
The Forward 
Jewish Telegraphic Agency 
