My God, my God, why hast Thou forsaken me, and art far from my help at the words of my cry?

Psalms 22:2 (The Israel Bible™)

אֵלִי אֵלִי לָמָה עֲזַבְתָּנִי רָחוֹק מִישׁוּעָתִי דִּבְרֵי שַׁאֲגָתִי

תהילים כב:ב

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Jerusalem Inspiration

Tradition teaches that it was the words of Psalm 22 that Queen Esther intoned as she approached King Ahasuerus to plea for Jewish salvation. Esther cries out to God begging to feel close to her Maker and to salvation. The story of Purim highlights the essential message of the power of prayer, and how in the blink of an eye, the Almighty can repeal any evil that threatens to befall His Nation. Prepare for Purim now with amazing holiday essentials from the Israel365 store.

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Purim Music Monday

It's a Purim medley! Enjoy these great holiday tunes, and the humor along with them.

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Echoing Biblical Esther,
Jews Call Three-Day Fast
for Salvation

During this time of turmoil in the Jewish State, a grassroots Israeli group has organized a three-day fast leading up to the holiday of Purim, mirroring that of Queen Esther in the Biblical story.

Ruth and Naomi in the Fields of Bethlehem Music CD

This 2-Disc CD set captures the biblical tale of Ruth, ancestor of King David, and her Mother-in-law, Naomi and their famous return to the holy land after becoming dishonored and destitute. Their story is retold in this uplifting and inspirational show made by theater group “Raise Your Spirits” from Gush Etzion. Get set to enjoy a musical extravaganza produced by women for women.

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Jerusalem Daily Photo

Today's stunning photo by Yehoshua Halevi shows a man in a tallit (prayer shawl) blowing the holy shofar in the desert of Israel. The shofar's blasts are meant to awaken our souls to return to God.

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