Ahhhh....Hanukkah! One of the most joyous times on the Hebrew calendar. Though Hanukkah is not a Biblical feast, we know that Jesus and his family celebrated the joyous occasion. John 10:22-23 tells us Jesus walked in Solomon's porch in the Temple on the Feast of Dedication (an ancient name of Hanukkah). Often Hanukkah is associated …
Hanuakkah, the festival of light, begins tonight at sundown. Jews around the world will celebrate this festive 8-day commemoration of the miracle of a 1-day supply of oil lasting 8 days when the Jews restored the temple. More about that tomorrow, but today we'll focus on some Biblical principles presented in this festival of light. …
You may or may not be aware that Jews around the world are celebrating Sukkot (Feast of Tabernacles) this week! Sukkot is the most joyous of all feasts, and is prophetic to the day there will be no distinction between Jew and Gentile and Jesus will tabernacle among us! I am reminded of the name …
Continue reading “I Will Dwell in Your Midst,” Says the Lord
As of sundown last night, Jews commemorate Tisha B'Av, perhaps the most tragic date on the Hebrew calendar. Many horrible events, including the destruction of both the First and Second Temples, happened on this calendar day in history. One for Israel explains this national day of fasting and mourning: Tisha B' Av, The Day Two …
Continue reading Closing Out Tisha B’Av: What is it, and Why?
