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- What is a Menorah?3
- Hebrew Name Necklace Makes a Great Source for Meaningful Gifts3
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- Kabbalah symbols in today's Israeli Jewelry2
- When is Hanukkah (chanukah)?2
- What is a Dreidel (dreidle)?2
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- Replanting the Carmel Mountains - a Tu-Bishvat Story1
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What is Red String (kabbalah)?
1 The custom of tying a red string (also known as "red string of fate", "red thread", "red thread of fate") to the wrist is already mentioned in the Book of Genesis (chapter 38, verse 27-29) – The midwife who assisted Tamar to give birth to twin brothers tied a scarlet thread (“Shani” in Hebrew) on one of the newborn’s wrist so to distinguish who came out firstWhat is a Menorah?
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One of the best known and loveliest Jewish holidays is Hanukkah, which is also known as the festival of lights. But without a Hanukkah menorah, and lighting the Hanukkah candles, there would be no lights. So what exactly is a menorah, what is the meaning behind it and what are the traditions regarding lighting it What is a Dreidel (dreidle)?
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A dreidel is a four cornered spinning top used as a toy. The word Dreidel (aka dreidle) is originated in Yiddish (meaning “to “turn).
Although spin tops are an internationally known toy, the Jewish spin top – the Dreidel (also Sevivon in Hebrew) was adopted by Jews around the world as a Hanukkah toy with the Hebrew letter Nun, Gimel, Heh, Poh that stands for Nes Gadol Haya Poh (“a big miracle took place here”, in Hebrew) What is Hamsa? A Popular Luck Charm Around the Globe
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You can find Hamsa charms in oriental designs, Jewish Hamsa charms and Hamsa charms in modern designs made of fused glass, laser cut metals and more.
The term ‘evil eye’ refers to the common belief grounded in folklore that ill will and envious stares may bring about bad luck and misfortune. Used as a symbol to ward off the evil eye, Hamsa hand has been universally embraced. It has been adapted by Islam, Judaism, Hinduism and now by the western culture. So what is the meaning behind this popular luck charm
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Where can I buy a bullet proof vest?1
The simple answer to this question is to decide, what is the best vest for
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All you need to know about Dead Sea minerals0
Not only is it the lowest point on earth, but the salt from the Dead
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Traditions of Tu bishvat0
Tu Bishvat which means “Fifteenth of Shevat” is the “New Year for the Trees” or Rosh
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What is Tu Bishvat Seder?0
During the diaspora, Tu Bishvat was being forgotten. In the 16th century, Kabbalists [mystics] in
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Latest in Body Armor: Bulletproof Vest with a Concealed Heating System1
For those military and outdoor enthusiasts, the Goldflex or Kevlar light weight bulletproof vests
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What is Bullet Proof Goldflex Protection0
With all of the bulletproof jackets for sale in various stores or on different websites,
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Ana-Bekoach Prayer: A Voice from the Deep0
The centuries-old Ana BeKoach prayer (also Ana BeCoach or Ana B’Koach) is believed to be
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Hebrew Dictionaries: How to Choose the Right one?0
So you’ve made the decision to learn Hebrew. You’ve set your mind on the goal
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