Two are better than one, for they get a greater return for their labor. For should they fall, one can lift his friend. ECCLESIASTES (4:9,10)

Christmas cheer in Bethlehem subdued | 12 Tevet 5776 Having trouble seeing this email? View it in your browser Two are better than one, for they get a greater return for their labor. For should they fall, one can lift his friend. ECCLESIASTES (4:9,10)   טוֹבִים הַשְּׁנַיִם מִן הָאֶחָד אֲשֶׁר יֵשׁ לָהֶם שָׂכָר טוֹב בַּעֲמָלָם -  כִּי אִם יִפֹּלוּ הָאֶחָד יָקִים אֶת חֲבֵרוֹ קֹהֶלֶת ד:ט,י to-veem ha-sh'-nai-yim min ha-e-khad a-sher yaysh la-hem sa-khar tov ba-a-ma-lam - kee im if-lu ha-e-khad ya-keem et kha-vay-ro Today's Israel Inspiration Today's verse from the wisdom of King Solomon urges each of us to seek out and connect with others with whom we can grow spiritually. From the word 'chaver' (friend) comes the word 'chavruta' - a study partner - a deeply traditional way of biblical learning where two people explore Jewish texts together. Connect with the Israel Bible Reading Plan and achieve all of your spiritual goals for the new year!   Make it a new year's promise to complete the Bible » Israeli Couple's Pop-Up Wedding Two are better than one, and more guests even better! An Israeli couple set out on their wedding day to prove that all Israelis are indeed friends. Watch here » Amidst Terror, Christmas Cheer Lacking in Bethlehem As the Christmas season reaches full fervor around the world, holiday spirit is sadly lacking in Bethlehem amidst a wave of terror. Read more » Afterlife: The Jewish View Have you ever wondered what happens after life? Do souls live forever? What does the future hold? What is our task in the here and now? These are only a few of the subjects discussed in Afterlife: A Jewish View. The main text, written by Jonathan Morgenstern and based on the teachings of Rabbi Sholom Kamenetsky, is a clear and inspirational description of the Jewish view on ideas such as life after death, the soul, and the future of the planet. Questions about the afterlife, paradise and reincarnation have intrigued humanity since Creation. Based on 3,000 years of tradition and scholarship, here is the Jewish answer. Get 5% off storewide with coupon code "GOODBYE2015 » Today's Israel Photo Having fun and relaxing (?!) on the light rail tracks in Jerusalem are Sharon Gabay with friend, Ezra Landau. See more photos by Sharon Gabay » Thank You Today's Scenes and Inspiration is sponsored by Theresa Sell of Bay Shore, New York. Todah rabah!   Sponsor a day and receive a free devotional book » “Connection and Insight into Your Beautiful Country” 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 » I enjoy reading your emails, just sometimes get too busy to read. Guess I need reorganize on what is the most important. Thanks-Keri Smart Dear Rabbi Tuly, Thank you so much for the lovely photos and information on life in Israel. It gives those that live far away from Israel a better connection and insight into your beautiful country, as well as making the bible more meaningful. May the Lord bless Israel and your great work. I would love to visit one day! Christmas Blessings, Linda (New Zealand) Shalom, Rabbi Tuly Weisz RabbiTuly@Israel365.com Copyright © 2015 Israel365, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you signed up for daily Israel Scenes and Inspiration on our website, www.israel365.com. Our mailing address is: Israel365 34 Nahal Ein Gedi Apt #17 Beit Shemesh 9909875 Israel Add us to your address book  u