Learn About Jewish Christians
The phrases 'Jewish Christians' and 'Christian Jews' sound like a contradiction in terms, but there are such people to whom these phrases can apply. Jewish Christians and Christian Jews mean the same thing; they are also known as Hebrew Christians.

Meaning of the words


In addition to having several synonyms, the words Jewish Christians can mean two things depending on whether the reference is a historical or a present day one. In a historical context, Jewish Christians are the early Christians, who belonged to the Jewish faith, but were drawn towards the teachings of Christ and the philosophy of Christianity. ...
The Finest Luxury Hotels Israel
Israeli soil is home to some of the most luxurious hotels in the world. However due to the slump in tourism that went on for 6 years a lot of the hotels Israel need to be renovated. Some of the world’s largest international chains like the Hilton and the Sheraton group are also part of the tourist economy here with their hotels reflecting Israeli culture and traditions. With the tourism industry in Israel slowly picking up, so are its hotel prices. If you are looking for luxury on your trip to Israel then here is a list of some hotels that you could check out.

The King David Hotel


One of the finest hotels Israel, the King David Hotel dates way back to the 1930s. It was built by the British and has definitely outlasted them in style. Even though this Israeli hotel is old, it has kept abreast with the times and is elegant and modern in every aspect. ...
Celebrating The Jewish Sabbath
The most well known of all Jewish events is probably the Sabbath. This one of many Jewish events is celebrated to remind the Jews that the fruits that come from the earth are indeed gifts that come from God. Therefore a Friday evening in a Jewish household is spent welcoming the Sabbath amidst blessing and a feast. Jewish events like these are celebrated with a lot of rituals. Let's take a closer look at how this one is celebrated.

The Blessings


The Blessing is an important part of all Jewish events and therefore celebrating the Jewish Sabbath also has a list of Blessings that need to be performed before the feast. The first part of the Jewish Sabbath begins with the lighting and blessing of the candles just before sunset. After this is done most Jews attend Friday prayers at a synagogue...
Torah
A vegetarian diet can promote good nutrition, despite the fact that vegetarians are not eating any meat. There are different types of vegetarians. Some stay away from red meats and poultry but will eat fish. Others will not eat fish. Eating just vegetables, seeds, whole grains and nuts is far from bad for you and can promote good nutrition as long as you get your daily dose of protein.

Many people feel that protein can only be found in meats, this is not true. A vegetarian diet will substitute other foods that are high in protein for meat. For example, nuts are an excellent source of proteins that are good for your heart. Unlike red meat, which is loaded with fat and is bad for the circulatory system, nuts are good for the circulatory system and also contain antioxidants to keep you healthy and provide good nutrition...
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An Overview Of Jewish History

The Jewish history is linked to Abraham in the Torah. The Jewish population received the first covenant from God with a promise to Abraham that his descendants shall number the same as the stars. The Jewish population then traveled through wilderness and deserts. In the process, they were also enslaved by the Egyptians. The slavery lasted for generations and Moses finally liberated them. Over time, the faith gained strength and Yahweh had given land specifically to the Jewish population.

 

Now the Jewish population had powerful kings and the first temple was built during the reign of King Solomon. To date, King Solomon is also recognized by the Jewish population as the wisest ruler in Jewish history.

The Babylonian Era In Jewish History

The Jewish history then moves to the 6th century BC when the Jewish population is said to have lost God's favor. The Babylonians overpowered the Jewish population leading to another period of slavery. The temple built by King Solomon 410 years ago was destroyed. The slavery of the Jewish population to Babylonians lasted thirty years....

A Peek Into Jewish Holiday And Jewish Religion

For most part of the world, a Holiday means time to celebrate, relax, enjoy or make merriment. A Jewish holiday however has a different connotation altogether. According to the Jewish religion, in most cases a holiday is time to liberate from work, observe religious tenets and be a true Jew. However, this should not be understood to mean that the Jewish people do not indulge in celebrations or enjoyment.

The emphasis is on keeping alive the traditions of the Jewish religion inculcate a sense of belonging to the community and ensure regular celebration and reflection of the sacred. Therefore, opposed to the general English expression 'holiday' it would be befitting to look at the Jewish holiday as 'holy day'. A synopsis of some of the important Jewish holidays is furnished below:

The Sabbath

The Sabbath, which is a Jewish holiday, represents Saturday and the Jews are required to keep off work on that day. The Jewish perspective on Sabbath is more about rest and joyful celebrations than the rules accompanying the Jewish holiday...

The Traditions Of Jewish Dating

Strange as it may sound in this modern society, the traditions around Jewish dating did not come from Biblical rules or commandments. Nor do they represent any law of the land. Each family has its very own traditions and is followed in letter and spirit even in the modern world whether they are Jews in America or England.


Mothers Holding Sway Over Jewish Dating

During Biblical times, Jewish dating was governed by rigid rules but in modern times, the old traditions have given way to what is seen as the brazen attitude of today's youngsters. In the olden days, dating often followed an agreement to enter wed lock and matchmaker introduced the Jewish singles to each other in the presence of the respective families.

In the temple too, men and women were assigned separate space to pray until the time for solemnizing the wedding. All forms of physical contact were forbidden until then. In the modern days when internet dating is the order of the day, it is difficult to keep the Jewish singles separated by brick walls or even in the name of tradition. Yet, Mothers hold sway over their children and the children in turn tend to follow family traditions in respect of Jewish dating and wedding...

Israel Center for Tourism, Economy, Religion… This Country Has It All

Israel is definitely a country which has something to offer everyone. It has a history that is rich, an ethnic heritage and cosmopolitan and modern cities. Every city in this great country is an Israel center for something or the other whether it is a tourist destination or an economic hub. You will also find that the country is well connected by Israel flights to most of its major cities from almost every major city in the world.


Let us explore this wonderfully packaged country and see what each of its cities is known for.

Haifa - Israel Center For Archeology And Nature

Haifa is number three amongst the largest cities in Israel. Nestled in the midst of the snow covered Mount Hermon, Carmel Mountain and the beautiful sight of the ancient fortress Acre, this Israel Center is the perfect place to visit in North Israel.

Part of the city's vibrant culture comes from the fact that there is a large mix of ethnic groups that live here. With national parks, museums and sunny beaches it is an attractive tourist destination. Acre the heritage city is a must visit too...