Celebration of Light

חנוכה שמח Hanukkah began Sunday at sundown and Jews around the world repeat the Jewish phrase seen above, meaning "Happy Hanukkah!"  (Pronounced: Cha-nu-ka Sa-maech, with gutturals on the 'ch' sounds!)  Yesterday we talked about the meaning and significance of Hanukkah and today we'll discover the focus of Hanukkah. 7-branched Menorah near the Knesset Focus is upon …

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Israeli Police Recommend Indictment of PM Benjamin Netanyahu

For months, law enforcement officials have interrogated both Benjamin and Sara Netanyahu in regard to several allegations of corruption and bribery.  As long expected, on Sunday, the police recommended indictment of PM Netanyahu.  Like boxers going 12 rounds, the Prime Minister has gone toe-to-toe with law enforcement regarding the allegations, claiming there is nothing to …

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“Tell Me about Hanukkah!”

Ok my friends, jump into your Jewish mindset and let's talk about Hanukkah!  It is a very festive occasion which commenced Sunday night at sundown.  But exactly what are our Jewish friends celebrating?  Perhaps this will help! Throughout history Satan has tried to destroy God's plan by destroying God's people.  First, he deceived Eve, resulting …

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Sweet Memories

First Night of Hanukkah 2018 in Jerusalem(Photo: The Times of Israel) Hanukkah has officially commenced in Israel and when I saw the picture above it brought back such sweet memories. Three years ago I attended a Christian Leaders Seminar at Yad Vashem in Jerusalem that concluded just before Hanukkah.  Needing to take care of other …

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