The Sukkot festival in Judaism marks an important harvest celebration known as the Festival of Booths. It commemorates the Israelites' 40 years of wandering in the desert and their reliance on God for sustenance. During Sukkot, families build temporary structures called sukkahs to eat and sometimes sleep in, symbolizing the fragile nature of life and the divine protection provided during their journey. The festival highlights themes of thankfulness and the bounty of the autumn harvest, as well as the importance of community and sharing. It's a time for joy, hospitality, and recognizing the ties between nature and spirituality.