Counting the Omer
Counting the Omer is a 49-day journey from Passover to Shavuot—a time to slow down, reflect, and grow. Each day marks a step from redemption to revelation, helping us prepare our hearts to receive God’s wisdom and walk more intentionally with Him. Rooted in the biblical calendar, this practice invites daily mindfulness, character refinement, and deeper dependence on God. As we count the days, we are reminded that spiritual growth is a process—one shaped by patience, obedience, and faithful attention to His leading.
When we first learned about the Counting of the Omer, it felt like a gentle invitation to slow down. The Omer is counted for 49 days, beginning after Passover and leading up to Shavuot. Rather than rushing from one feast to the next, this time creates space to reflect, grow, and become more aware of what God is doing in our lives.
Each week of the Omer focuses on one of seven attributes—often described as qualities of the heart—such as kindness, strength, humility, and perseverance. Each day then explores how these qualities work together. For us, this has become a simple but meaningful way to look inward, to grow intentionally, and to prepare our hearts as we move toward Shavuot. It’s a journey taken one day at a time.
“You shall count seven full weeks… you shall count fifty days to the day after the seventh Sabbath.” Leviticus 23:15–16
“Spiritual maturity is not built in a moment, but in the faithful counting of days.” —Devotional Thought
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“Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.”
Psalm 90:12
Youtube Videos
🌿 Counting the Omer with Rabbi Richman
Join us starting the 16th of Nissan 5785 (April 14th, 2025) for daily insights on counting the Omer with Rabbi Richman's new series of YouTube Shorts, focusing on the great spiritual potential and significance of the unique commandment of counting of the Omer, and the very special promise of this time of year. Tune in daily for an insight into the special goals and challenges of each day of the Omer.
🌳 Ways of Counting Time: The Omer Controversy
Rabbi Sacks delivered a shiur to over 500 yeshiva and seminary students in Jerusalem on Wednesday 18th May 2016. The event was hosted by Aish HaTorah at their incredible building right by the Western Wall / Kotel in the Old City of Jerusalem.