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A Measure of Maturity
The Cadillacs were all lined up in the driveway. Minks of many colours were on display. The caterer was the best that money can buy.
How Great Was Your Bar Mitzvah?
“When was your barmitzvah?” “What was your barmitzvah sidra?” These are questions which occasionally Jewish men ask one another. In some coded way, we compare
Different Bar Mitzvah Customs
ONE TRADITION, DIFFERENT CUSTOMS The Ashkenazic experience by Rabbi David Rogut The source of the bar mitzvah celebration is based on Halacha LeMoshe MiSinai, a
Bar & Bat Mitzvah Ceremonies
He flashed a wicked little smile just before he said it; one unforgettable sentence that Mick dared to include in his bar mitzvah speech. As
Bar & Bat Mitzvah Overview
Bat Mitzvah BAR MITZVAH Bar Mitzvah is the Hebrew term for ‘son of the commandment’. It refers to the time from which a Jewish male
Death & Mourning
Fundamentally, Judaism is a happy and optimistic faith, yet it recognises that there are times when sadness overtakes a person and a process of mourning
Jewish Divorce
According to the Torah every effort must be made to preserve the sacred relationship of marriage: making peace between a husband and wife is considered
Jewish Marriage
In traditional Jewish literature marriage is actually called ‘kiddushin’, which translates as ‘sanctification’ or ‘dedication’. The word ‘sanctification’ indicates that what is happening is not
Pidyon haBen (Redemption of a First-Born Son)
Pidyon Haben is translated into English as the ‘Redemption of the Firstborn’. In the Book of Numbers 18:15-16 we read: “The first issue of the
Brit Milah (Circumcision)
Throughout the generations, at the age of eight days, every male child must be circumcised. The Jewish ceremony of circumcision is known as a brit
Naming A Jewish Child
Naming a child is a chance to bestow an identity upon him or her since every name has a meaning. There are two different customs
Overview of Jewish Life Cycle Events
Just as the year is punctuated with designated holy days, fasts and feasts, so within Judaism our lives also contain special religious events and rituals
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High School Mock Seder
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High School Mock Seder
Join us for a meaningful mock seder where we will dive into the story of the Jewish people and discuss how we can make a real change to the world around us.
It’s time for Milkshake Madness! 🥤Calling all Year 7-12’s to join us for a delicious after school treat on us! 🍨
Register with the link in our bio ✅
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BJE is looking for a passionate person to join our Youth Engagement Department! If you are a bubbly, outgoing person who has great time-management skills and would like to work in a fun work environment, this is the job for you!
Please send your resume to tali@bje.nsw.edu.au ...
Last week we celebrated Yom Ha’atzmaut in class with flags, legos and fun! 🇮🇱 🎉🎈
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BJE is seeking applications from Hebrew Teachers who are looking for part time teaching positions.
If you are keen to join our dynamic team of teachers, both PS and HS, please email us at info@bje.nsw.edu.au for more information. ...
BJE is proud to introduce “Nesiah”, our reimaged, unique bespoke Year 10 Israel Experience.
This is a 5 week Israel program that takes place during the December/January holidays.
BJE is seeking applications from Senior Jewish Educators, who are interested in joining our incredible team of staff for the duration of the program. If you are passionate, have lots of energy, a good sense of humour and demonstrated skills in looking after eager year 10 students, please email us at jo@bje.nsw.edu.au for more details. ...