Why Do We Celebrate the Death of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai?

On Lag B’Omer, we mark the passing of Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai with joyous song, bonfires, learning Kabbalah, and more. This video (02:22) explores the Jewish concept of celebrating one’s life on the anniversary of their death. It also encourages us to connect with the particular legacy of Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai on Lag B’Omer in order to tap into a life of infinite meaning and spiritual depth.