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Israel Alert Newsletter
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SUKKOT Edition
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14 Tishrei 5774
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September 18, 2013
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 Sukkot: What's it all About?
Sukkot is a
wonderful, joyful holiday - one of the three Torah festivals on which Jews
everywhere were required to make a pilgrimage to Jerusalem. It is a seven day
holiday with the first day being observed as a holy day, similar to the
Sabbath, upon which no work is permitted. Outside of Israel the first two days
are observed as holy days.
The remaining days
of the holiday are referred to as "Chol Hamoed". The Chol Hamoed days
are not outright holy days but they are treated with more sanctity than regular
weekdays complete with elaborate meals and nicer clothing. Family trips are
common during these days. At the conclusion of Sukkot there is yet another
holiday, Shemini Atzeret, but more about that next week.
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 Sukkot is a Celebration for Every Nation!
There's a party in Jerusalem and EVERYONE is invited! Watch this
entertaining sneak preview into Sukkot, the Feast of Tabernacles, as
celebrated in Jerusalem today.
Take a trip to the heart of Israel you'll see the restoration of an ancient
tradition of the Jewish People where thousands of people from all nations of
the world voyage to Jerusalem to celebrate the Sukkot Festival (Feast of
Tabernacles).
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' Brick by Brick' - Ayalim is Building Israel's Future
While Israelis across the country are busy building and decorating their
sukkahs (temporary dwellings for the holiday of Sukkot), hundreds of Israel's
young adults, inspired and motivated Zionists, from all over the country, are
preparing to transform an abandoned building into a vibrant student village in
the heart of the distressed city center of Lod.
You have a unique opportunity to be part of this formidable
mission. Be part in strengthening Israel! Click here to discover how...
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The Holiday of Sukkot: Super JOY and MEANING!
The holiday of SUKKOT is here! What better way to find out what this
holiday is all about than by watching this EXCITING video and be educated in a
fun and adventurous way!
Follow Yaakov Lehman around Jerusalem as he explores the different
aspects of the holiday of Sukkot and uncovers the depths of this meaningful
time, by speaking to all types of Jews and revealing the hidden secrets of this
special time of year.
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Jerusalem Festival on Sukkot... in Atlanta,
USA!
The Jerusalem Festival is a day of recognition, education and celebration of
the history of Jerusalem, the People and the Land of Israel, celebrating
their contributions to the world.
We share many common principles including democratic values and a call for
peace. So let your voice be heard to all by joining us in support of this very
special event! Sukkot is one of the pilgrimage festivals in which the Jews
descended upon Jerusalem for joyous celebration.
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 The Power of Unity - A Powerful Sukkot Lesson
Rabbi Enkin: What is the meaning of the '4 species' that we are commanded to
use on Sukkot? There are many answers to this question, each with a great
lesson to learn.
According to one approach, the four species represent the unity between various
groups and types of people. We unite in the worship of our ONE God.
Another interpretation teaches that the four species represent four limbs of
the human body: the spine, lips, eyes and heart - teaching us that we should
unify our entire body in the service of God. There's lots more...
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A Year of
Growth and Support for Israel
As the world's largest grassroots, global, pro-Israel community, United with
Israel's focus has been to connect people from around the world to the
miracles and blessings of the People, Country and Land of Israel.
With the help of our incredible community of supporters, we have planted
thousands of fruit trees, installed several bomb shelters, provided tousands of
Israeli soldiers with warm winter gear and more... And we spread the good news
about Israel to millions each and every day. We invite you to be a part of it
for the coming year!
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