The prophet Hosea is instructing the Nation to 'eagerly strive' to know God. He
uses the word 'nir-d'-fa' which is often translated as chasing after something
or someone. The Sages use this verse to teach a valuable lesson; we are advised
to hasten to perform a mitzvah, literally, to run after the good and perform it
eagerly! Israel365 is taking this message to heart as we are literally running
to perform good through the Jerusalem Marathon! All proceeds raised will go
towards gladdening the sick children of Jerusalem with a fantastic Purim party.
You too can heed the prophet's advice and support Israel365 in our goal.
The 2016-2017 school year will
be “The Year of Jerusalem Unity.” Marking the fiftieth anniversary of the city’s
reunification in 1967, schools across the country will celebrate its capital,
chosen by King David and sanctified by God Himself.
A Talit, or prayer shawl, is a garment with
fringes which is wrapped around a supplicant during prayer, as a constant
reminder to fulfill God’s commandments. Galilee Silks is a leading silk designer
that specializes in the hand-dying of raw white silk and produces a distinctive
range of unique Judaica textile products, fashion items and silk accessories.
Their factory is located in Kibbutz Beit Haemek in the northern part of
Israel.
Sharon Gabay's photo of Jerusalem's
Menachem Begin Highway. The road is named after Israel's sixth Prime Minister,
and local Jerusalemites simply refer to it as 'Begin.'
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!).
What a blessed way to begin each
day; I was truly blessed to read this Scripture -- thank you and each one of
you who takes a part in doing this. Be blessed of God. Carolyn, Memphis,
Tennessee, USA