Sefirat Haomer

The laws of forgetting a day of Sefirat Haomer. What should one do if he misses a day, and what is the Halacha in a case of uncertainty?

Which days does one mourn? What are the prohibitions during these days? What is the reason for mourning during Sefira?

Precisely in these days - the days between Pesach and Shavuot - it is fitting to place special emphasis on improving our behavior and displaying respect for others.

How is it that Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai's expiration has become occasion for joy and festivity?

The strength of the students of Rabbi Akiva, connected to the secret of Rabbi Shimon ben Yochai.

Why do we continue to praise and commemorate the activities of Rabbi Akiva and Bar Kokhba generation after generation?

Why are the days between Pesach and Shavuot called sefirat haomer instead of sefirah l’kabbalat haTorah?

For Rabbi Akiva it was never too late. He refused to be broken even in the darkest hour.