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How to Celebrate Hanukkah
How to Celebrate Hanukkah
Many folks, Jews and non-Jews alike, have come to think of Hanukkah as "Christmas Lite"-after all, both holidays take place at the same time of year, and involve feasting, decorating, and elaborate exchanges of presents. However, Hanukkah has its own set of ancient traditions and rituals that make it as different from Christmas as, well, Passover is different from Easter. Here's how to observe this holiday in its own unique way.
Know what you're celebrating. Hanukkah commemorates the victory of a band of Jewish warriors, the Maccabees, over the Syrian king Antiochus almost 2,500 years ago. After driving out the Syrians, t...
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Kabbalah Jewelry History
Kabbalah jewelry and its use throughout history
Kabbalah jewelry accessories feature several protection motifs from the Kabbalah teachings that are believed to enhance positive changes in life. You might be familiar with the famous Kabbalah Bracelet, a simple red string. However, Kabbalah jewelry accessories include pendants, bracelets and rings featuring Kabbalist spiritual tools, such as the Merkabah, Ana Bekoach prayer, Hoshen stones and the 72 names of God.
Kabbalah accessories have always been worn as talismans. During hundreds of years Jewish men and women have worn them for different purpose...
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Meaning Shofar
The Shofar… Its Meaning
Long connected with Judaism the shofar has found a very important place in the lives of the Jewish community. Of all the holidays in modern day Judaism the shofar is sounded during the Rosh Hashanah or Jewish New Year service. Rosh Hashanah is when the old year gives way to the new year and prayers are sent forth asking God to grant them health and happiness. The shofar is over 3000 years old but has a place of its own in the Jewish world even today.
During the central Amidah prayer service the shofar is sounded at three particular points. Yom Kippur is the other occasion when the shofar is sounded. It is th...
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Play Shofar
Play the Shofar Properly
The shofar is a sound producing instrument made from the horn of a ram. Its history dates back to the biblical times when it was used for everything from sounding a warning to celebration to a call to arms. The horn of the ram is hollowed out so one can blow in to it to create sound. The most popular use of the shofar is on the New Year of the Jews when it is sounded to herald the arrival of Messiah. Apart from this it is used during ceremonies, celebrations and even for announcements. Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are some of the occasions when the shofar is played.
There are different types of shofars available like the R...
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The Development of Jewish Art
The Development of Jewish Art
There is a great misconception on the topic of "Jewish Art". There are those that believe that Jewish Art does not exist because it goes against their very strong religious beliefs. You may not carve images or create images of heaven or earth because it goes against the Ten Commandments : "Thou shall not make for yourself a carved image -- any likeness of anything that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth." Is Jewish art really forbidden?
The forbiddance of creating art can be a sorely misinterpreted understanding of the 10 Commandments. As interpreted in a difference sense, i...
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Dead Sea Cosmetics
Dead Sea minerals and products know all over the world not just for beauty purposes. It is a medical product and it is a privilege to use it for cosmetics. Theses minerals have healing effects on your body.
People from whole over the world come to wash their hands and bodies in the Dead Sea for the wonders these minerals can do to your skin and mind.
Because these are very high quality product you don’t have to be generous with the amounts. One spoon is enough for all over your body. Because these minerals are so effective, you are not allowed to use it more than once a week. If u do that you won’t get rid of their dead cells u will get...
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Judaica Hamsa Hand
Hamsa or Chamsa as popularly called is an amulet that is associated with one of the world’s most ancient civilizations. It originated in Middle East and is important for Jews and Muslims. The word Hamsa comes from Semitic and it means hand. It looks like human hand that is symmetrical with 1 thumb on each side of three fingers. It is believed to have protective powers and it is very popular all over the world and is used in homes, offices and also worn as jewelry.
Judaica Hamsa
It is Jewish Belief that Hamsa can protect the owners of Hamsa from all the negative energies, evil eye and all bad luck. People wear it or use it at their home and office to...
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Nahman of Brastlav
Reb Nachman of Bratslav was a leader for the Hasidim movement and had amazing impact on the history of the Hasidim as a teacher and intellectual leader, Impact that you see until today.
Nachman born in Ukraine and was the great grandson of the Baal Shem Tov, founder of the Chassidic movement. Nachman grew to be an outstanding tzaddik , Brought new spirit into the Hasidic movement by combining his deep Torah knowledge with in esoteric secrets of Judaism (the Kabbalah) .
Since Nachman was young and for the rest of his life he always attracted many chassidim who looked to him as their main source of spiritual guidance in their quest for God, as the Re...
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Personalized Judaica Gifts For Jewish Friends And Family
Hunting gifts for your loved ones is always daunting, but it is easy when you know what your dear ones love. Jewish friends and family will always love Judaica gifts and these gifts can now be purchased without having to travel anywhere from your home. With a computer connected to internet, you can finish shopping in minutes and get the gift delivered at the exact place at the exact time.
3 Personalized Judaica Gifts That Are Easy To Pick
Jewish gifts are many, but some of the gifts are easy to pick and they fit your budget very well.
Pendants With Personalized Names
Finding a gift for woman is difficult and you should choose age appropriate gifts. Fort...
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How to Give Passover Gifts
As a part of the Passover tradition, children steal the afikomen, a piece of matzah that must be returned before the seder can conclude. They are persuaded to return the afikomen in exchange for gifts, although these gifts can vary widely from family to family. Traditionally, children are allowed to negotiate the ransom, so you may have to persuade them to accept the gifts that you have in mind.
Instructions
Determine who is responsible for providing a ransom for the afikomen as well as negotiating with the children. While the host may typically take charge of this task, a guest is often asked to handle it instead. You'll want to get an exact count of...
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