What's Your Hebrew Name? ✡ "He Counts the Number of Stars" - ISRAEL365

He counts the number of stars and He gives them all their names. Psalms 147:4 (The Israel Bible™)   מוֹנֶה מִסְפָּר לַכּוֹכָבִים לְכֻלָּם שֵׁמוֹת יִקְרָא תהילים קמז:ד mo-NE mees-PAR la-ko-kha-VEEM le-koo-LAHM shay-MOTE yeek-RA

Shabbat Inspiration This verse describes God’s interest in every star by giving them names. By extension, God has great interest and involvement with each and every one of us, whom He also relates to, through our given name. According to Jewish tradition, one's name has a deep spiritual dimension, as the chosen name determines a person’s character throughout life. Adorn yourself with the beauty of your Hebrew name with the brand new collection of Hebrew Name Jewelry exclusively on the Israel365 Store. Discover Your Hebrew Name With Hebrew Name Jewelry » Get a Taste of Jerusalem's Machane Yehuda 'Shuk'! Have you ever been to the Machane Yehudah Shuk (Market) in Jerusalem? The colorful, dynamic, crowded marketplace has everything you could want and more – and you won’t believe how it transitions from day to night!   Watch now » When Moshiach Comes, Real Estate Prices Will Soar! Buy Now! “When the Messiah comes, the land will be enormously valuable, “ said Rabbi Yitzchak  Zilbershtein, adding that in the Messianic period, common stones will gain wondrous qualities making them more precious than gold.   Read more »      What is the Significance of the Pomegranate in the Jewish Tradition? Although there are Seven Species of fruit native to the Land of Israel, much emphasis has been placed on the pomegranate. Jewish tradition teaches that each individual is filled with kind deeds and good qualities just as a pomegranate is full of seeds. It is not always so easy to access the delicious seeds of the pomegranate. One has to cut through the deep skin and the pith of the pomegranate to get to the edible fruit in the middle. It is the same with the people of the world. On the outside, some people may look rough and tough. On the inside however, they are filled with goodness. The pomegranate reminds us to look past the external of the individual and focus on their internal beauty and kindness. Take the video tour of a beautiful pomegranate grove in Israel. 20% Off all Rafael Jewelry Now! »   Today's Israel Photo Today's photo, by the talented Eliyahu Alpern, demonstrates the spirit of powerful Hebrew prayer that  the Jewish People have maintained throughout their travel and still utilize in Jerusalem today. If you enjoy your Israel365 daily email newsletter, please consider donating to one of our causes or buying products from our store and blessing the Land and the People of Israel.   Thank You to our Breaking Israel News Donors "Todah Rabbah" to Rudi Wagenaar, Randy Garmon, Lorita Heale, Kevin Martinez, Permjit Singh, Anne Brandt Jakobsen, Joseph Segulja, Mary Bishop, Kimberly Spence, David G Kline. Fight Anti-Israel Media Bias »  Thank You to our latest Tree Donors "Todah Rabbah" to R. Anthony Cavell from Illinois; Scott Pires from Wisconsin; Matthew Durbin from Virginia; Denny Bandy from Kentucky. Stop the Land Grab! Plant a Tree in Israel »   Thank You to our Holiday Campaign Donors "Todah Rabbah" to William Anderson from Australia; Loretta Blanco from Georgia; Alan Hardy from Pennsylvania; Aviva Bauer from Canada. Ensure a Festive Passover for Israel's Neediest » Thank You Please help us continue to spread the beauty and significance of the Land of Israel!   Sponsor a day in honor of a loved one » “I Love the Land of Israel” It’s great to hear from you and make new friends from all over the world. Please send me an email and let me know how you are enjoying Israel365 (don’t forget to say where you are from!).   Stay in Touch » Hi Rabbi I am very happy too plant trees in Israel. I love the land of Israel and will help any way I can. God bless Israel. Thank you Troy Ruppert Shabbat Shalom, Rabbi Tuly Weisz RabbiTuly@Israel365.com

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"I Have Called by Name" ✡ You'll Love the Meaning of this Hebrew Name - ISRAEL365

See, I have called by name Bezalel the son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah; and I have filled him with the spirit of God, in wisdom, and in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship. Exodus 31:2-3 (The Israel Bible™) רְאֵה קָרָאתִי בְשֵׁם בְּצַלְאֵל בֶּן-אוּרִי בֶן-חוּר לְמַטֵּה יְהוּדָה  וָאֲמַלֵּא אֹתוֹ רוּחַ אֱ-לֹהִים בְּחָכְמָה וּבִתְבוּנָה וּבְדַעַת וּבְכָל-מְלָאכָה שמות לא:ב,ג r'-ay ka-ra-tee b'-shaym b'-tzal-ayl ben u-ree ben khur l'-ma-tay y'-hu-da va-a-ma-lay o-to ru-akh e-lo-heem b'-khakh-ma u-vit-vu-na u-v'-da-at u-v'-khol m'-la-kha

Today's Israel Inspiration In this week's Torah portion which we will read on Shabbat, we learn about Bezalel, ּthe very talented artisan who constructed the Tabernacle and its furnishings. It says that “Bezalel did everything that God commanded.” In Hebrew, Bezalel means "in the shadow of God" בְּצֵל אֵל - a fitting name for one who understood that all of his talents were a gift from God, and never veered from His instructions. Now you can learn your Hebrew name and proudly wear it on a beautiful Hebrew Name Necklace. Get a beautiful Hebrew Name Necklace from Israel! » Make Some Noise in Jerusalem Welcome to the Jerusalem Winter Noise Festival, a delightful set of events bringing art and music to the streets of Jerusalem in order to brighten the winter months! Watch here » Michele Bachmann Reveals Prophetic Fulfillment in Current Events in Russia, Middle East In an recent interview, Michele Bachmann, a four-term former member of Congress and a devout Evangelical Christian, reaffirmed her belief that the End of Days is near and revealed how current Middle East events mirror Biblical prophecy. Read more » Illustrated Five Scrolls of Scripture Box Set These five gorgeous books of scripture are brought to life by artist, Tamar Messer. It is distributed in a colorful box set which includes the five megillot such as, the Song of Songs, the Book of Esther, The Book of Ruth, Ecclesiastes and Lamentations. Focusing on Jewish art, Tamar Messer is a highly talented and respected Israeli contemporary artist. Each book is illustrated after a period of dedicated thought and study to the texts. Then, Tamar puts her own point of views and interpretation in the art work.These books are art at its very best, alive with originality and spirit, inviting your participation and offering a new and deep interpretation to the text. All the books are full text Hebrew and English. Get this Great Deal » Today's Israel Photo Sharon Gabay's photo of the fantastic Machane Yehudah "Shuk" (Marketplace) in Jerusalem. A widely popular destination for locals and tourists to grab fresh produce, spices, halva and much more, especially on Friday's before the onset of the Sabbath. See more photos by Sharon Gabay » Yesterday's Photo Trivia You got it! Yesterday's photo by Noam Chen featured the Damascus Gate in Jerusalem's Old City, glowing at the annual Light Festival. Thank You Today's Scenes and Inspiration is sponsored by Eduardo Rey of Spain . Todah rabah! Sponsor a day and receive a free devotional book » “It Has Become My Daily Reminder to Pray for Zion” 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 » Thank you for the encouraging daily messages you send about the wonderful things that the Lord God of Israel is doing in His promised land. Shalom from Anton and Mary, Tairua, New Zealand. Rabbi Tuly Weisz, Thank you for Israel365. It has helped me a lot to be in touch with the Land, and has become my daily reminder to pray for Zion and for His beloved people. The Lord bless you. Josefina de Hernández, Guatemala Shalom, Rabbi Tuly Weisz RabbiTuly@Israel365.com

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Levi Zachary - Hebrew "Attached - Remembered by God" - Our 7th Grandchild! (01.16.16 - added photos)

Levi Zachary - Hebrew "Attached - Remembered by God"

Our 6th grandson, 7th grandchild, was born to Hannah Elizabeth (Martin) and Jonathan Avalos on January 13, 2016 around 12:30 pm in Charlotte, NC. He came out "weighing in at" 5 lbs. 6 oz. and 20" long. 

We are so blessed, knowing that Hebrew origin names have been given to this little boy, chosen by the living God of Israel to do mighty exploits in the life the good Lord has planned for him. 

Little Levi was born with no radius bone in either arm, having what is known as the TAR syndrome. (See below). We will be amazed at how the Lord will give much grace to Levi and his family as He demonstrates His creative wisdom and full understanding of all things.

Both Laurie and I were able to hold this newborn joy of our hearts just hours after coming forth. We look forward to seeing him grow in the faithful and believing care of his parents, brother Payton, and all of his extended family surrounding him, all in the wisdom and understanding of our Lord Jesus (Yeshua) in his time on earth.

Bless you little Levi Zachary - attached to us now and remembered by God!

Steve Martin

Proud Grandpa

Love For His People

Levi Zachary (Martin) Avalos!

(a few hours and just beginning...)

Mama Hannah and sister Christen one week before delivery

Levi with father Jonathan and big brother Payton.

Levi's Grandmother Grace Avalos holding him.

Also pictured - Grandma Laurie Martin, 

Uncle Ben, brother Payton, Dad Jonathan

Little Levi - He will  make it!

Jan. 16, 2016 - 3 day old photos of Levi

 

 Mama Hannah & Grandma Laurie 01.16.16

What is TAR syndrome?

Thrombocytopenia-absent radius (TAR) syndrome is characterized by the absence of a bone called the radius in each forearm. Affected individuals also have a shortage (deficiency) of blood cells involved in clotting (platelets). This platelet deficiency (thrombocytopenia) usually appears during infancy and becomes less severe over time; in some cases the platelet levels become normal.

Thrombocytopenia prevents normal blood clotting, resulting in easy bruising and frequent nosebleeds. Potentially life-threatening episodes of severe bleeding (hemorrhages) may occur in the brain and other organs, especially during the first year of life. Hemorrhages can damage the brain and lead to intellectual disability. Affected children who survive this period and do not have damaging hemorrhages in the brain usually have a normal life expectancy and normal intellectual development.

TAR syndrome is unusual among similar malformations in that affected individuals have thumbs, while people with other conditions involving an absent radius typically do not. TAR syndrome is also associated with short stature and additional skeletal abnormalities, including underdevelopment of other bones in the arms and legs. Affected individuals may also have malformations of the heart and kidneys. TAR syndrome is associated with unusual facial features including a small lower jaw (micrognathia), a prominent forehead, and low-set ears. About half of affected individuals have allergic reactions to cow's milk that may worsen the thrombocytopenia associated with this disorder.

How common is TAR syndrome?

TAR syndrome is a rare disorder, affecting fewer than 1 in 100,000 newborns.

Source: TAR syndrome