My Italian etrog

When I buy my own etrog (the citron fruit used on Sukkot), I prefer to purchase one that comes from Israel.

The Succot citron, etrog, is protectively wrapped in silky flax padding and safeguarded in a covered ornamental box.

The Succot citron, etrog, is protectively wrapped in silky flax padding and safeguarded in a covered ornamental box.

(photo credit: Wikimedia Commons)

ByEMANUELE G. DALLA TORRE

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018 21:48

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