The Quest for the Perfect Etrog: Inside the High-Stakes World of Sukkot Citrus
A deep dive into why the etrog, a symbolic fruit used in the Jewish holiday of Sukkot, can fetch thousands of dollars
By Aaron Poris | The Media Line
For seven days each year, a decorated four-walled hut becomes home for the festive holiday of Sukkot, celebrated by Jews the world over.
The etrog (citron), a symbolic lemon–like fruit, is the centerpiece of the tradition. Some buyers will even pay thousands of dollars for the perfect specimen.
PHOTO –Diagram of an etrog, with its pitom at the top. (CitricAsset/Public domain)
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