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Fires Of Kabbalah and Lag B’Omer

Lag B’Omer is the center piece of Jewish mysticism. The cream of Judaic thought ensconced in traditions and customs that reflect on a myriad of events and personalities.

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Eurovision 2012 “Time” to get better

Israel fails to produce.If clowns frighten you and give you goosebumps then the Israeli entry for Eurovision 2012  is going to scare the hairs off your chest. The band is called Izabo and their musical style is diverse, ranging from indie rock, disco and Middle Eastern music. They will be representing Israel at theEurovision Song Contest 2012, with the song “Time“. Wikipedia [...]

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If you wish for peace, prepare for war

The term Birth of Nation  was often used after the end of WWI in relation to the battle fought by Australia and New Zealand against the Turkish army on the shores of Turkey in 1914. Known as  ANZAC day,the battle  is commemorated here in Australia and New Zealand this week. It   also coincides with Yom Hazikaron and  Yom Ha’atzmaut  commemorations this week. [...]

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You want answers? NO! I want the Truth

Jessep: You want answers?  Kaffee: I want the truth! Jessep:    You can’t handle the truth! Son, we live in a world that has walls. And those walls have to be guarded by men with guns. Who’s gonna do it? You? You, Lt. Weinberg? I have a greater responsibility than you can possibly fathom. You weep [...]

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Tears and Pride

As I watch the continuous flood of pictures and videos of remembrance this video of the fly over of IAF jets over the site, the grave yard that is Auschwitz , has struck me the most. With real tears in my eyes I listened to the Hatikvah and watched the might of Jewish history noisily [...]

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Pesach Sister Act

But where is Whoopi?Okay I have seen and heard some incredible ways to have Pesach. But this one held at the Pearlmans in 2011 , well its has to take the cake. Matza meal only. It opens with a black church choir walking in singing “Let my people go”. Okay well that’s cute..different even. But [...]

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The answer is 7 Squared

49 days and countingThought you had enough of delving into the deep and meaningful of Pesach! Well nope, now it’s time to really start thinking about life and its true meaning. From the second night of Passover until the day before the holiday of Shavuot, the Jewish Tribe engages in a unique mitzvah called sefirat ha’omer (counting of the omer). Watch  Dr. Rachael [...]

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Another glass of wine?

Looking forward to the four cups Pesach wine listYes folks, that time of year is almost upon us. Sell the Chivas, burn the ciabatta ,prepare for a long night. However the festival, once  synonymous with a sweet and syrupy wine , is today an opportunity to sample many elegant varieties  such as Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot. [...]

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Dictator threatens Oscars

Breaking news Update!General Aladeen responded Friday morning to the Oscars’ organizers who recently threatened to ban him from the awards ceremony. General Aladeen intended to arrive at the Academy Awards as his character, Cohen, from upcoming film ‘The Dictator’. A rep from the Academy Awards warned that unless they received assurance that he would not be pulling [...]

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