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Why do some Jews blame themselves for the hatred they face?

From the Spanish Inquisition to Nazi Germany and even in the Purim story this troubling phenomenon of Jewish self-hatred repeats itself.

It’s so important to have resilience, strength, and embrace our Jewish identity with pride!

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The highest levels of success whether in our material lives, spiritual growth, or relationships—are not achieved alone.

The Talmud teaches that we cannot free ourselves from our own inner exile;

we need mentors, teachers, and friends to guide us.

The right people help us see our strengths, overcome our blind spots, and push us toward greatness.

Seek out those who uplift you, challenge you, and believe in your potential. True growth happens through connection.

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Every Friday night, before Kedushah, a beautiful Jewish tradition takes place, blessing our children and grandchildren.

For boys, we say, ‘May God make you like Ephraim and Manasseh’—the first brothers in Jewish history to live in harmony.

For girls, we say, ‘May God make you like Sarah, Rebecca, Rachel, and Leah’—our four matriarchs who shaped our people.

This moment is more than just words; it’s a powerful way to instill values of unity, connection, and love across generations. ✨

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Children are at the heart of the Jewish future. ❤

The high birth rate in Israel and Jewish communities reflects our deep love and commitment to the next generation.

Through Torah learning and teaching, we pass down our values, wisdom, and hope for a brighter world. A world where ‘boys and girls will once again play in the streets of Jerusalem’—a vision of peace, love, and redemption. ✨

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The Jewish people are eternal, always choosing life as our spiritual mission.

The Kaddish prayer reminds us to sanctify God's name through how we live, not just how we remember.

May we see a world of light, not loss, and God's name exalted for all.

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In Jewish law, reuniting with a hostage isn’t just an emotional moment, it’s a deeply spiritual one.

The blessings of Shehecheyanu and Mechaye Hameisim express our gratitude for life and our faith in ultimate redemption.

As we celebrate those who have returned, we also hold space for the families still waiting.

May they find strength, and may we soon see the return of all captives and the fulfillment of geulah.

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B"H Friends, let’s bless our children this Friday and every Friday deeper. The world needs so much love, so many hugs and kisses and warmth.

Blessing of the Children (Birkat HaBanim) For Sons: יְשִׂמְךָ אֱלֹהִים כְּאֶפְרַיִם וְכִמְנַשֶּׁה Y'simcha Elohim k'Efrayim v'chiM'nasheh May God make you like Ephraim and Menasheh.

For Daughters: יְשִׂימֵךְ אֱלֹהִים כְּשָׂרָה רִבְקָה רָחֵל וְלֵאָה Y'simeich Elohim k'Sarah Rivkah Rachel v'Leah May God make you like Sarah, Rivkah, Rachel, and Leah.

Priestly Blessing (For All Children): יְבָרֶכְךָ הי וְיִשְׁמְרֶךָ Y'varechecha HaShem v'yishm'recha May HaShem bless you and guard you.

יָאֵר הי פָּנָיו אֵלֶיךָ וִיחֻנֶּךָּ Ya'eir HaShem panav eilecha vichuneka May HaShem shine His face upon you and be gracious to you.

יִשָּׂא הי פָּנָיו אֵלֶיךָ וְיָשֵׂם לְךָ שָׁלוֹם Yisa HaShem panav eilecha v'yasem l'cha shalom May HaShem lift His face to you and grant you peace.

Shabbat #Israel #judaism #Zionism #blessing

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The cries, the tears, the pain, the agony, the anger, the silence, it doesn’t go anywhere. It goes Above and as our Parsha, Mishpatim tells us, there is a Judge. 

Hashem Yikoom Damam. Please Hashem comfort the families of our hostages, of blessed memory and bring us to the Great Day, speedily in our days.

Hashem #Israel #hostages #bibas #judaism #Torah #Zionism #Parsha #justice

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Snow isn’t Just cold it’s holy.

A symbol of purity, cleanliness, and a deep connection to Hashem.

The natural world is a gateway to praising Hashem and discovering the Torah.

Just as snow has its own song, we too can tune into the way nature speaks His praise.

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Jewish law and spirituality are a genius framework for living our core values, much like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy,

they guide us to align daily actions with deeper principles.

Follow for more Jewish wisdom!

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