Day of Hilula
Joshua ben Perachiah
א׳ בתשרי
Jerusalem
In Jewish tradition, the day of a tzadik's passing — the 'Hilula' — is not a day of mourning, but a day of spiritual elevation and awakening. According to the teachings of Kabbalah, on this day the soul of the tzadik ascends to a higher realm, and their light and merits shine upon the world. Many Jews mark the day through Torah study, reciting Tehillim, lighting a memorial candle, and good deeds for the elevation of the soul — to connect with the tzadik's path and qualities.
His Life and Legacy
Joshua ben Perachiah was the first of the third pair of the Zugot and served as Nasi of the Sages. According to tradition, he was the teacher of Jesus.
"Appoint for yourself a teacher, acquire for yourself a friend, and keep away from doubt."