Shalosh

Shalosh is the Hebrew word for the number three. In Hebrew, the term appears in linguistic and cultural contexts as a numeral and as part of phrases that reference a set of three.

In Jewish tradition, Shalosh Regalim refers to the Three Pilgrimage Festivals: Passover (Pesach), Shavuot, and Sukkot. Historically, these were the major festivals during which residents of ancient Israel were commanded to travel to the Temple in Jerusalem. The concept remains embedded in religious language and modern Hebrew usage to denote three items or events in a series.

Beyond language and religion, Shalosh is also used as the name of a contemporary musical group. Shalosh is an Israeli jazz-influenced trio known for blending elements of jazz with rock and Middle Eastern musical textures. The band has released several albums and has performed both in Israel and internationally, contributing to the musical dialogue between different traditions.

In addition to these uses, Shalosh may appear as a transliterated proper noun in various contexts, including titles or names referencing the number three. The term’s primary significance remains its meaning as the numeral three, with cultural and artistic usages reflecting broader associative themes related to trio ensembles, triads, or three-part structures.