In Judaism, you might know of Rosh Hashanah to be the beginning of the Jewish new year, but did you know Tu B’Shevat is the new year for the trees? According to Biblical law, there is a seven-year agricultural cycle that renews itself during this time of the year. During the time of the Temple, […]
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The Amazing Menorahs of Israel
Israel’s national symbol of the seven branched menorah- as seen on Israel’s emblem. This specific menorah resembles the one found in the Beit HaMikdash- Temple, the one which was the basis for the miracle of Chanukah. The seven branched menorah lasted eight days of being lit with a small jug of oil, which is why we […]
Hanukkah Eats: The History Behind The Jelly Donut
A few things come to mind when thinking about Hanukkah- lighting the Hanukkah menorah together and singing the traditional songs, making latkes, playing dreidel, buying the perfect gift for someone, and of course, eating a jelly donut. Some of these things are directly relevant to the story of Hanukkah such as lighting the menorah and […]