Over the past couple weeks, the Jewish people have commemorated Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day), Yom HaZikaron (commemoration of the 23,000+ Israelis who have lost their lives in war and terrorism) and Yom HaAtma'ut (Independence Day). I recently reviewed a brief (3:41) video that very touchingly ties the three events together. It is a father's …
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US Embassy to Jerusalem…It’s Happening!
Though Israel just celebrated its 70th Anniversary according to the Hebrew calendar, those of us in the Western world are looking toward May 14, Israel's birthday on the Gregorian calendar. A grand celebration occurred across the land of Israel a few days ago (Yom HaAtzma'ut). However, there is also a huge event coming when Israel …
O, How Israel Celebrated!
Israel is a proud nation. They fought valiantly to preserve their nation when they were attacked Day One. They fought valiantly to re-capture Temple Mount in the Six-Day War. They fight valiantly every single day to defend their freedom. Yesterday (Yom HaAtzma'ut), they celebrated their 70th Birthday! Congratulations, Israel! Here's a look at how they …
How are Israelis Gearing up for Their 70th Birthday?
Israel is in the midst of a season of commemoration and celebration, but perhaps none bigger than the anticipation of their 70th birthday! The "feast season" began with Passover, Feast of Unleavened Bread and Feast of First Fruits, all during the first week of April. That was followed by Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day) last …
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