"I will bless those who bless you..." Rabbi Tuly Weisz with ISRAEL365

And I will bless those who bless you  and curse those who curse you and  all the families of the world  will be blessed through you. GENESIS (12:3)   וַאֲבָרְכָה מְבָרְכֶיךָ וּמְקַלֶּלְךָ  אָאֹר וְנִבְרְכוּ בְךָ כֹּל מִשְׁפְּחֹת הָאֲדָמָה בראשית יב:ג va-ah-var-KHA mi-var-khe-KHA u-m'ka-le-l'KHA a-OR vin-r'KHOO vi-KHOO kol mish-p'KHOT ha-a-da-MA

Today's Israel Inspiration In today's famous verse, the Almighty promises Abraham that not only will he have the power to bestow blessings on others, but he will be the standard by which all others around the world will be blessed. Stand strong and be blessed with the people of Israel, and the holy city of Hebron. The small Jewish community of Hebron preserves the burial place of Abraham and Sarah, Isaac and Rebecca, Jacob and Leah, and give us merit. Become an Honorary Citizen and Stand Strong with Hebron » Secrets of the Priestly Blessing The Kohanim (priests) are Jews descended directly from Aaron, the older brother of Moses, who was given the special duty to bless the nation of Israel. See how this mystical practice continues today. Watch Here » Hebron Peace House A lengthy dispute over the ownership of a building in Hebron ended last week when Israel’s High Court of Justice upheld its legitimate purchase by Jews. Read More » Three Connected Silver Rings Three sterling silver rings are interlocked to create one uniquely charming ring. Each is inscribed with the Priestly Blessings. Makes a beautiful gift for yourself or a loved one. Get this Great Deal with Free Shipping » Today's Israel Photo Yehoshua Halevi's photo depicts the priestly blessings at the Western Wall. The kohanim ("priests") are cloaked with a tallit (prayer shawl) as they bestow blessings, hidden from view and distractions at this holy moment. More Yehoshua Halevi Photos » Yesterday's Photo Trivia Yesterday’s photo by Noam Chen was of the landmark Azrieli Towers in Tel Aviv featuring three skyscrapers, one in the shape of a square, another a triangle and a circle! Thank You Today's Scenes and Inspiration is sponsored by Kristen E. Storey of Rathdrum, Idaho in honor of her birthday. Yom Holedet Sameach! Sponsor a Day » “First-Rate Communications All the Way From Israel” It’s great to hear from so many of you - stay in touch and let us know where in the world you are enjoying Israel365! Stay in Touch » Dear Rabbi Tuly, I enjoy your columns everyday and often learn something new about Judaism---I appreciate that. What an amazing world that I can sit at home in our village north of Toronto in Canada and read first-rate communications all the way from Israel where our older daughter now resides in Jerusalem! Wishing you, your family and your congregation a happy Purim holiday. Sincerely, Solette N. Gelberg, Ontario, Canada Shalom, Rabbi Tuly Weisz RabbiTuly@Israel365.com

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