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D. T. Lancaster
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Why do we read the book of Ruth on Shavuot? This inquiry into the origin of the custom takes us on an Indiana Jones style adventure to find the authentic tomb of King David.
King David's Tomb
Why do we read the book of Ruth on Shavuot?
Tomb of the Davidic Kings on City of David (HaYesod: The Foundation) (ffoz.org)
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