Spiritual and Physical Fires of Jerusalem ✡ "Rebuild the Wall of Jerusalem"

The gates thereof are burned with fire; come, let us rebuild the wall of Jerusalem. NEHEMIAH (2:17) וּשְׁעָרֶיהָ נִצְּתוּ בָאֵשׁ לְכוּ וְנִבְנֶה אֶת חוֹמַת יְרוּשָׁלִַם נְחֶמְיָה ב:יז u-sh'-a-re-ha ni-tz'-tu va-aysh l'-khu v'-niv-ne et kho-mat y'-ru-sha-la-yim

Shabbat Inspiration One of the Jewish prayers recited to commemorate the destruction of the Temple states: “You destroyed Jerusalem by fire, so too will You rebuild it with fire.” Above the Western Wall, archeologists uncovered a complex destroyed in the Roman fires of 70 CE; spear-pierced skeletal remains give silent testimony to the tragedy. Thus we can understand destruction by fire, but what about construction by fire? Perhaps it indicates the degree of passion necessary to engage in such a task. If this is the case, indeed we have merited living in a time where the latter fire is burning bright, and many are answering Nehemiah’s call: “Come and let us build!” Learn more about Rabbi Yehuda Glick's Temple Mount Foundation, taking steps to rebuild the Holy Temple in our time! Learn more about the Temple Mount Heritage Foundation » Raise a Red Heifer in Israel The Temple Institute has begun an unprecedented project to breed a herd of red cows in the Land of Israel. Watch here » Is There Spirituality in Civil Law? Just after the giving of the Ten Commandments, the Torah continues with various civil laws and their penalties.  Following an event of such spiritual magnitude, an event that includes thunder and lightening, trumpets blowing and God’s revelation to human beings, the Torah immediately transitions to the most mundane of issues.  Is there a deaper meaning here? Read more » Prophecy and Divine Inspiration Book Prophecy and Divine Inspiration brings the historical era and the internal mind of the prophets to life for the contemporary reader. This comprehensive text demonstrates that the means by which the prophets, mystics, sages and rabbis throughout history have achieved prophetic experience and Divine inspiration are as available today as they were in the past.  Don't miss this amazing read. Get this Great Deal » Jerusalem Daily Photo Today's photo by Ilan Rosen shows a serene evening outside the walls of the Old City of Jerusalem. See more Jerusalem photos » Thank You Today's Scenes and Inspiration is sponsored by Sarita Benade of Australia. Todah rabah! Sponsor a day and receive a free devotional book » “I Thank You For Sending Jerusalem365” It’s great to hear from you and make new friends from all over the world. Please send mean email and let me know how you are enjoying Jerusalem365 (don’t forget to say where you are from!). Stay in Touch » I think Jerusalem365 is wonderful,you have done such a good job. I can tell you are a very intelligence person, also a very compassion person. I have enjoyed Jerusalem365. You are in a great place. You all are the apple of God's eye,that is wonderful.I love all people,you all are great. I thank you for sending Jerusalem365. Pat Barnes Shabbat Shalom from Jerusalem, Rabbi Tuly Weisz RabbiTuly@Israel365.com

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All New Hebrew Music! ✡ "The Vineyard of the Lord of Hosts" - ISRAEL365

For the vineyard of the Lord of Hosts is the House of Israel, and the people of Judah are the plant of His joy. ISAIAH (5:7) כִּי כֶרֶם יְ-הֹוָה צְבָאוֹת בֵּית יִשְׂרָאֵל וְאִישׁ יְהוּדָה נְטַע שַׁעֲשׁוּעָיו יְשַׁעְיָהוּ ה:ז kee ke-rem a-do-nai tz'-va-ot bayt yis-ra-ayl v'-eesh y'-hu-da n'-ta sha-a-shu-av

Today's Israel Inspiration Today on Tu B'Shvat, the New Year for the Trees, we celebrate the physical blossoming and rejuvenation of the Land of the Israel! The Torah identifies Seven Species with special significance to the Land of Israel: wheat, barley, grapes, dates, figs, olives and pomegranates. Can you believe that one of these blessed species, the grape, answers an age old dilemma faced by religious thinkers, of how bad things can happen to good people? Just like grapes must be totally crushed in order to produce quality wine, it is through our trials and tribulations that we can reach our highest potential. Enjoy the incredible benefits of the biblical Seven Species with Shivat Natural Cosmetics. Enjoy Seven Species body products from the Holy Land! » All New Hebrew Music Monday: "When I Call, Answer Me" Sing along to this beautiful song by the Shira Chadasha Women's choir of Jerusalem in our new Hebrew music video! The heartfelt words come from Psalm 4:2: "When I call, answer me, O God of my righteousness... and hearken to my prayer." Watch here » Surprising Universal Relevance of the New Year of the Trees Today's festival provides everyone with a path to connect physically and spiritually to the Land of Israel. Read more » New Music CD from the Women's Jerusalem Choir Get today's song in a moving musical CD of ancient Hebrew Bible verses put to song. Brought to you from the Women’s Jerusalem Choir “Shirah Chadashah” (New Song). Includes 15 songs. Get this Great Deal » Today's Israel Photo llan Rosen's beautiful photograph of lush grape clusters in the Upper Galilee. See more Scenes of Israel » Thank You Today's Scenes and Inspiration is sponsored by Ziona Megilah Grossman of New York, New York. Todah rabah! Sponsor a day and receive a free devotional book » “Marvelous Work That You Do For 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 » Thank you! God bless you all for all the marvelous work that you do for Israel. - Gabrielle Mitchell Hello Israel365, Supporting Israel with prayer and always will. I have loved Israel since I was 12 in 1962 when on London TV there was a program called “The Holy Land” on Sundays. I have ever since wanted to go there... I like your website and will catch the videos when I can. Thank you, shalom, Janice Gale. Shalom, Rabbi Tuly Weisz RabbiTuly@Israel365.com

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We Must Wake Up the World! ✡ "See My Affliction From My Enemies" - ISRAEL365

Have mercy on me, O Lord, see my affliction from my enemies, You Who raise me up from the gates of death. PSALMS (9:14) יד חָנְנֵנִי יְ-הֹוָה רְאֵה עָנְיִי מִשּׂנְאָי מְרוֹמְמִי מִשַּׁעֲרֵי מָוֶת תהילים ט:טז yad kha-n'-nay-nee a-do-nai r'-ay an-yee mi-sin-ai m'-ro-m'-mee mi-sha-a-ray ma-vet

Today's Israel Inspiration The Psalmist's words are a modern day plea for the world to wake up and “see the affliction” of Christians and other minorities who are being persecuted, driven and wiped out, and their places of worship destroyed. Elie Wiesel, Holocaust survivor and Nobel Peace Prize recipient, once said “We must take sides. Silence encourages the tormentor, never the tormented.” Yet the world remains quiet in the face of ISIS’ declared campaign to eradicate Christianity. “Faithkeepers” is an upcoming documentary film about the violent persecution of Christians and other religious minorities in the Middle East. Support an urgent crowdfunding campaign to distribute the film and educate America about the plight of persecuted Christians in the Middle East and mobilize people to action. Inspire the world to stop the genocide of Christians. Help to complete production and global launch of "Faithkeepers" & get the DVD » Sneak Preview of "Faithkeepers" the Film Faithkeepers – the movie and the movement –  enlighten and inspire all people of faith to stand-up and take action. Watch the promo » Go Behind the Scenes of Groundbreaking Documentary & "Sound the Alarm" The Clarion Project, a nonprofit organization founded in 2006, is working to wake up the sleeping masses with a new, groundbreaking film about radical Islam called “Faithkeepers – Sound the Alarm on Christian Genocide”. Read more » Multi Leather Cords Necklace This beautiful silverplated ring necklace with turquoise accents, combines crystals and Hebrew blessings for happiness, health, love, and good luck! Get 5% off storewide with coupon code "GOODBYE2015" » Israel Photo Trivia Can you guess where Ilan Rosen took this incredible photo in Israel? (Hint: it's a geological landform considered unique to Israel's desert.) Send me an email or post your answer on Facebook! Guess on Facebook » Thank You Today's Scenes and Inspiration is sponsored by Victor Koros of Brooklyn, New York. Todah rabah! Sponsor a day and receive a free devotional book » “Thank You for Your Emails, I Just Love Them!” 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 » Hi, my name is Kathryn. I am from Minnesota. Thank you for your emails, I just love them! God Bless you! I am enjoying Israel365 from my job desk in Harrisburg, PA. It is really a blessing to know what is happening in my beautiful Jerusalem and be able to pray for everyone out there. Blessings to all in Israel!.-Luz Rivera Shalom, Rabbi Tuly Weisz RabbiTuly@Israel365.com

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"It Spreads Its Wings" ✡ Northern Israeli Birds and a Lesson in Kindness

As an eagle awakens its nest, hovering over its fledglings, it spreads its wings, taking them and carrying them on its pinions.  [So] the Lord guided them alone. DEUTERONOMY (32:11,12)   כְּנֶשֶׁר יָעִיר קִנּוֹ עַל גּוֹזָלָיו יְרַחֵף יִפְרֹשׂ כְּנָפָיו יִקָּחֵהוּ יִשָּׂאֵהוּ עַל אֶבְרָתוֹ  יְ-הֹוָה בָּדָד יַנְחֶנּוּ דברים לב:יא, יב k'-ne-sher ya-eer ki-no al go-za-lav y'-ra-khayf yif-ros k'-na-fav yi-ka-khay hu yi-sa-ay-hu al ev-ra-to a-do-nai ba-dad yan-khe-nu

Today's Israel Inspiration The Bible tells us that a certain bird called a chassidah (a stork) is not kosher, and commentators intuit the reason: it is cruel to birds of other species. Yet if we look more closely, the bird's name "chassidah" comes from the Hebrew word "chessed" which means kindness! This bird does indeed display kindness toward its own species by sharing food. But the Bible wants us to learn that the kosher form of "chessed" is to bestow kindness equally on all people, regardless of how similar they are to us. Israel's national blood bank saves the lives of Jews, Christians and Arabs throughout Israel, without regard to race or religion.   Stand with Israel's National Blood Bank » Phenomenal Speech by an "Everyday Israeli" This inspiring video gives us goosebumps! Here is what it means to be an everyday Israeli living in freedom in the spiritual capital of the world. Watch here » Prayer Project in Memory of Fallen IDF Soldiers A new prayer project for the memory of fallen IDF soldiers has sparked an outpouring of love and support worldwide, gathering hundreds of prayers from dozens of countries and states.   Read more » Working Towards Moshiach The world is poised on the brink of cosmic events. Will the coming years bring environment disaster? Catastrophic conflict? World flooding from global warming? Epidemics? Political chaos? This collection of essays discusses the basis for hope and strength in the present chaotic world and demonstrate how we can all participate in the most important activity of our time – working towards the Moshiach (Messiah). Get this Great Deal » Today's Israel Photo A gorgeous photo by Ilan Rosen of a bird in flight over the Hula Valley in northern Israel. See more Scenes of Israel » Thank You Please help us continue to spread the beauty and significance of the Land of Israel!   Sponsor a day and receive a free devotional book » “Thank You for Israel365” 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 » Hi, My name is Richard Harrison. My wife, Sue and I are Christians and we love the Jewish people. We keep them in our prayers and pray that God Almighty will give them victory over all their enemies. Israel is the oly democratic country in the Middle East. God has promised to bless the Jewish people. My love for Israel grows every day as I pray for the peace of Jerusalem and Israel. I pray also for the redemption of all Jews dispersed over the world and those who live in Israel. Thank you for Israel365, Maurice Gaudreau Shalom, Rabbi Tuly Weisz RabbiTuly@Israel365.com

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