Jews around the globe will usher in Shabbat Parashat Matot-Masei on Friday evening, July 25, 2025. The double portion marks the conclusion of the Book of Numbers (Sefer Bamidbar) and contains profound lessons on vows, journeys, and communal responsibility — fitting themes as we approach the final stretch of the Jewish year.
Here are the key times to know:
🕯 Candle Lighting Times (Friday, July 25, 2025):
- Jerusalem – 19:09
- Tel Aviv – 19:25
- New York – 19:59
- Los Angeles – 19:42
- London – 20:39
- Paris – 21:04
- Toronto – 20:32
- Johannesburg – 17:26
- Sydney – 16:49 (Saturday, local time)
✨ Shabbat Ends (Havdalah – Saturday Night, July 26, 2025):
- Jerusalem – 20:24
- Tel Aviv – 20:27
- New York – 21:07
- Los Angeles – 20:45
- London – 22:01
- Paris – 22:20
- Toronto – 21:39
- Johannesburg – 18:23
- Sydney – 17:47 (Sunday, local time)
About This Week’s Parasha
Matot-Masei combines two Torah portions and reflects on the Israelites’ 42 desert journeys, the laws of vows, and preparations for entering the Land of Israel. It invites reflection on transitions — personal and national — and the power of commitment.
Wishing all our readers a peaceful, inspiring, and restorative Shabbat.
Shabbat Shalom from the JFeed team.
