The Hasmoneans
Starting at sundown on Sunday, December 18th the celebration of Hanukkah will once again commence and continue until sundown on Monday December 26. This year it’s possible to celebrate “Chrismukkah” [...]
Judaism in Israel
Israel is a Jewish state, as most know. However, there are different types of Judaism in Israel. Josephus, the famous ancient Jewish Historian, said there were four sects. These were [...]
Life in Ancient Israel
Upon visiting Israel, you will come face to face with the area and buildings of the people who have lived here over the millennia, and experienced life in ancient Israel. [...]
Shavuot
The celebration and observance of Shavuot was celebrated this week in the Jewish faith and it is a national holiday in Israel. Shavuot is also known as the “celebration of [...]
Jerusalem Day
Jerusalem Day is a day that commemorates the reunification of Jerusalem after the Six Day War in 1967. Why is Jerusalem Day considered a minor religious holiday in Israel? History [...]