When the Jews in exile cry out to God to return to the Land, personal entitlement is not given as the reason for redemption; rather, they cite the Land that was promised to their forefathers, and the city that houses God's home- Jerusalem! We are human, and inevitably sin, but the Land and Jerusalem never lose their holiness and intrinsic value.
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'Bnei Anusim' are the descendants of Jews who were forced to convert at the time of the Spanish Inquisition. Hear how they recovered their heritage and found their way to Jerusalem.
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Efforts have been stepped up to help facilitate the immigration of Ukrainian Jews to Israel. Aliyah is rising as Jews attempt to escape the violence and anti-Semitism that has become rampant in their country.
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This pomegranate wine stopper makes a great souvenir from the Holy Land! The pomegranate ("rimon" in Hebrew), is one of the seven biblical species of the Land.
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Today's photo by Ilan Rosen, highlights a book of Psalms on the stones of the Western Wall. The Nation shall return in the merit of the Holy City.
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Today's Jerusalem Scenes and Inspiration is sponsored by Joanne Prives of Rochester, New York in memory of her father, Julius Prives, whose yahrzeit is today.
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“I Enjoy Every Bit of All Your Communications”
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 Jerusalem365 (don’t forget to say where you are from!)."
Jerusalem365 has further broadened my perception of the city of Zion (God's city). This city belongs to Israel and no amount of false claims can make it otherwise. I enjoy every bit of all your communications, the God of Abraham, God of Isaac, God of Jacob will continue to bless you and strengthen you. I am Dr. Salisu Ali Rakum, writing from Kaltungo Local Government Area of Gombe State, Nigeria |
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Blessing from Jerusalem, Rabbi Tuly Weisz
RabbiTuly@Israel365.com |
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