How is Chanukah Celebrated by the Jewish people?
Chanukah is a time to celebrate miracles, chief among them the miracle that occurred after the Jews defeated the Greeks and returned to the Holy Temple.
Chanukah is a time when we celebrate miracles and victory, but there's much more to the holiday than just lighting candles.
Chanukah is a time to celebrate miracles, chief among them the miracle that occurred after the Jews defeated the Greeks and returned to the Holy Temple.
Haley stated her unwavering support for the Jewish state while vowing combat the UN's anti-Israel bias.
An Israeli artist discovered a way to fight against the darkness of terror and destruction: Turning the remains of Hamas missiles into Chanukah menorahs that sparkle with the enduring spirit of beauty and life!
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Merkava Watches draw inspiration and design from the IDF's Merkava tank and are engineered to withstand the rugged conditions of Israel.
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In this tragic period of utter darkness, we welcome the approaching Festival of Lights and the timeless lessons of the Holy Menorah. Why has the Menorah endured as the timeless symbol of Jewish light?
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The Jerusalem Mint is proud to honor the unique splendor and spirit of Jerusalem by minting limited edition gold and silver coins that will glorify the Holy City for generations to come. These magnificent treasures, designed by Israeli artist Moshe Braun, express our desire to "Pray for the Peace of Jerusalem" (Psalms 122:6). A portion of all proceeds help support Israeli Charities.
A great way to kick-off the shopping season is to buy your holiday gifts from Israel. Save 25% when you help Israel by turning 'Cyber Monday' into a BLUE AND WHITE shopping experience! (Use coupon code ISRAEL25).
At a time when the enemies of Israel are rewriting history to deny the existence of Israel's ancient Holy Temple, the Jerusalem Coin keeps the memory of the Temple alive in our thoughts and dreams.
An incredible story of an Israeli artist who turns the remains of Hamas rockets into items of beauty and meaning. Modern day versions of "swords turned into plowshares" that you can bring into your own home!
This week we are giving away a Petite Rose from Rockets into Roses! Rockets into Roses are precious, limited edition, hand-sculpted pieces of art created from actual rockets that landed in Israel – modern day versions of “beating swords into plowshares”.
No matter where in the world a Jew finds himself, his heart and prayers are directed toward Jerusalem. The reason for this spans over two thousand years of Jewish history, throughout which the Children of Israel have longed to return to their ancestral Promised Land.
For those who love Jerusalem and are looking for meaningful gifts, Jerusalem Coins are the perfect fit. Jerusalem Coins are Israeli-made gifts that bring the message of Jerusalem into people’s hearts…and their hands!
For Jewish parents, the birth of a boy is a joyous time during which their baby is welcomed into the Jewish people through a time-honored, sacred ceremony called the Brit Milah. Performed on the eighth day, this beautiful rite includes the ritual circumcision which is performed as commanded in the Torah. (Leviticus 12:2) The brit serves as an enduring symbol of a Jewish male’s eternal partnership with G-d.
One of the most exciting moments in any person’s life is the birth of a child.The rush of exhilaration that accompanies the discovery of a pregnancy may be closely followed by a twinge of panic as the reality sets in that the time has come to consider names. For Jews, the pressure of selecting a Hebrew name may make the decision feel even more overwhelming.
The Hebrew words for the days of the week reflect the original names G-d gave to each of the seven days of Creation, as recorded in the Torah. G-d’s name for each day corresponds to the number of days that passed from the first day of Creation. Starting with Day One, on which G-d created Light, the name for each day increases by an interval of one, continuing to Day Six and finishing with the holy seventh day of rest, the Shabbat.
Love Jerusalem? Looking for a meaningful gift idea? Crafted from the holy stone of the City of Gold, Jerusalem Stone Art Treasures are exquisite Judaic gifts. When you give these beautiful pieces of art as gifts, you allow others to keep the message of Jerusalem in their hearts and in their hands!
The word Mezuzah in Hebrew, מזוזה (mi-ZOO-zah), literally means “doorpost.” In the Jewish tradition, however, the word means much more, referring to a piece of parchment inscribed with passages from the Torah that is rolled up and enclosed in an often decorative case. Mezuzahs are hung on the doorposts of every Jewish house and bring protection and peace into the home. Placing a Mezuzah is a positive commandment, one of the 613 mitzvot (commandments) which God directs Jews to perform.
For the past 3,000 years, the holy city of Jerusalem has been built and rebuilt with Jerusalem stone. In fact, the current law in Jerusalem requires all structures to be covered in this stunning ancient material, giving the city a unique and magnificent look and feel. Everything in Jerusalem, from its hotels to its supermarkets, is made from Jerusalem stone, which serves as a classic symbol to distinguish the city from all others in the world.
Designed from the word of G-d Himself, the Holy Temple was erected atop what became known as Har Habayit, or the Temple Mount. In Hebrew, the Temple was called the Beit Hamikdash, meaning the “house of holiness.” The Temple was as physically beautiful as it was spiritually meaningful, constructed from the most exquisite materials in the world. The Temple’s aesthetics, however, were not its distinguishing mark, since the Temple actually housed the Shechina, which is the presence of G-d. It was the place where a person could connect to G-d in the deepest way possible.
What is Jerusalem’s Wailing Wall? Jerusalem’s Wailing Wall, or Western Wall as it is known in Hebrew (כתל המערבי/KOE-tehl ha-mah-ah-ra-VEE), is one of the holiest sites in the world. Today, it is the only remnant of the holy edifice that stood on the Temple Mount. Why is it called the Wailing Wall? This name is... Read more »
During the Second Temple period, the Syrian Greeks infiltrated Israel and seized power. They tried to impose their cruel Hellenistic culture on the Jewish people, defiling every holy thing and forbidding Torah learning.
The Children of Israel’s connection to the Temple Mount in Jerusalem, the most sacred Jewish site, has existed since ancient times.
Jerusalem is many things to many people – the capital of Israel, the city of gold and greatness, the place where body meets soul. It is truly a city like no other.
The Hamsa Hand is a popular Jewish symbol depicting five fingers that serves as a reminder of the metaphorical Hand of God. The word Hamsa, חמסה (CHAM-sah), is an Arabic word meaning five, which is derived from the same root as the Hebrew word for five, חמש (chah-MESH).
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If you are looking for a truly meaningful, original gift idea, Holy Shofar has a fabulous collection of unique items, including classic, polished, and sterling silver-coated Shofars (ram’s horns).
If you love original artwork and are looking for truly meaningful gift ideas for the holidays and special occasions, Rockets into Roses creations may be perfect for you! All Rockets into Roses pieces are unique, one-of-a-kind works of art that fulfill the spirit of the biblical verse, “And they shall beat their swords into plowshares.” (Isaiah 2:4)
The solid gold Menorah was a very important part of the Jewish Temple. This article explores what the Menorah was, how it was used and what it represents.