Since the 16th century Kabbalists originated the Tu B'shvat Seder, it has offered an opportunity to contemplate our connection with the world, and to reflect on the Source of all nurturing on our planet. While we can't promise you a glimpse into the Higher Worlds, you will "dig" the chance to uncover your roots while meditating on Nature, Man and the Divine - all the while savoring some good wine and fruit!

Introduction
The Tu B'shvat Seder (modeled after the Pesach Seder) is an old-new custom which is being revived in our day. Based on a kabbalistic work, the Seder takes the participants on a journey through different physical and metaphysical realms. Fruits are eaten, blessings are recited and tales are told about trees and Nature and the "repairing of the world."

The Seder provides a means to celebrate the change of seasons: Four cups of wine are drunk - each one redder than its predecessor - symbolizing the shifting pattern of wildflowers in Israel during the year, and evoking the awakening of the earth from slumber to eventual ripening.

Fruits of the Land are eaten during the ceremony, each offering a metaphor for four metaphysical realms of existence, and a corollary with human nature and the people of Israel's collective personality.

The Seder offers an opportunity to contemplate our connection with the world, and to reflect on the Source of all nurturing on our planet.

The Seder Structure
Our Seder is adapted from a variety of sources. There are five stages to our Seder. In the first stage, the youngest member of the assembled group asks four questions about Tu B'Shvat, and responses are given. Each of the next four stages of the Seder features a different type of wine and fruit.

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