Lag B’Omer

Ultra-orthodox Jewish children gather wood to build bonfires for the celebrations of the Jewish holiday of Lag Baomer, in the city of Bnei Brak near Tel Aviv. Lag Baomer commemorates the death of Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai, one of the most important sages in Jewish history 1800 years ago. The most well-known custom of Lag BaOmer is the lighting of bonfires throughout Israel and in Jewish communities worldwide. May 25, 2016. Photo by Yaakov Naumi/Flash90. *** Local Caption *** ?? ?????