As Gentiles, few of us understand and appreciate the true essence of Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement), which is celebrated by Jews all over the world beginning at sunset tonight. God ordained this highest of holy days for His people, and it contains incredible significance. (See Celebrating Yom Kippur and Jesus: The Fulfillment of Every …
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Celebrating Yom Kippur
On exactly the tenth day of this seventh month is the day of atonement; it shall be a holy convocation for you, and you shall humble your souls and present an offering by fire to the Lord. You shall not do any work on this same day, for it is a day of atonement, to …
Preparing for the Fall Feasts of Israel
Throughout history the Biblical feasts of Israel have been a staple of Jewish life. God instituted seven major feasts and provided specific instructions for them in the book of Leviticus (chapter 23). While the Biblical year begins with Passover in the spring (Exodus 12:2), the Jewish civil new year occurs in the fall, and we …
Tishah B’Av: Remembering the Loss of Zion
Beginning at sunset today (Saturday, July 25, 2015) Jews around the world will commemorate Tishah B'Av, the saddest day on the Hebrew calendar. This annual day of mourning recalls the tragedies experienced by the Jewish people over the centuries, many of them on this very day. Here are some examples of tragedy on Tishah B'Av: …
Looking for the Blessed Hope 