Shalom friends,

The Maccabees lived in Judea and fought for the right to retain Jewish identity and freedom.

When AirBnb denies Jews the right to advertise their business if they live in Judea, home of the Maccabees, the land which gave the Jewish people our name, it is obvious that antisemitism and erasure of Jewish history are becoming normalized and ingrained in the popular culture.

Today we are the Maccabees, each of us, in our own way. As we celebrate our past, let us think about the future and how we can teach the truth, make sure our children are strong in their Jewish identity and feel able to stand up for Jewish rights and freedom.

	THE LIGHT OF CHANUKAH: JEWISH FREEDOM AND THE DARK TIMES IN BETWEEN The light of Chanukah follows the pattern of Jewish history, the light and the dark times in between – oppression, faith and warriors who overcome impossible odds to regain Jewish freedom and sovereignty. READ MORE
	WHEN THE LIGHT DID NOT GO OUT The story of Chanukah is one of strength and bravery and expresses the Jewish people's deep and powerful Ahavat Yisrael. Refresh your understanding of the relevance of this history to our lives today. READ MORE

It is now easier than ever to add some Taste of Israel recipes to your Chanukah meals! Don't let the fried food stop you - this is the holiday to consume delicious Levivot, Sufganiyot and more!

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	CREATE YOUR OWN MACCABEAN SHIELD Ancient heroes displayed their family crest on their shield. As a modern day Maccabee, in the tradition of King David, this is your opportunity to make your own Magen David family crest for your sheild. CREATE NOW
	MAOZ TZUR Chanukah song which recalls the many times when Jewish communities were saved from the people around them. WATCH AND SING NOW
	8 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE KOTEL AND THE TEMPLE MOUNT The Maccabees fought for Jewish rights and the sanctity of the Temple that once stood on the Temple Mount in the heart of Jerusalem. Today there are many misconceptions about the Temple Mount and the Kotel. These are 8 things you need to know. READ MORE

THIS CHANUKAH, KEEP THE FLAME BURNING!

Just as Chanukah encourages us to annually rekindle the lights of the Maccabees, so too shall we endeavor to continuously reignite our connection to Israel and take action to ensure that Israel is FOREVER!

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