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Candlesticks
The candle is very significant in Jewish life. Fire is one of the basic elements of the world. It is frightening, as well as warm
Jewish Symbols in the Home
A number of Jewish symbols are commonly found in a Jewish home. MEZUZAH ‘Mezuzah’ is the name given to the parchment scroll that is attached
Overview of Jewish Symbols
CANDLESTICKS The candle is very significant in Jewish life. Fire is one of the basic elements of the world. It is frightening, as well as
Jewish Symbols
Welcome to the Jewish Symbols section of our website. To learn about a Jewish symbol, please click on a link in the Table of Contents
'Major' and 'Minor' Fast Days
Over the course of a Jewish year, there are a number of fast days. Two of these fast days, Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement) and
Food for Purim
Hamantashen This is probably the most popular food eaten on Purim. It is a triangular, three-cornered pastry that is usually filled with either a poppyseed
The Megillah
The Scroll of Esther – ‘the’ Megillah, or Megillat Esther The Megillah, also known as Megillat Esther or the Scroll of Esther, tells the story
Purim
WHAT IS PURIM AND WHEN DO WE CELEBRATE IT? Purim is a joyous festival. It celebrates the story from the Book of Esther in which
The Fast of Esther (Ta'anit Esther)
When do we observe the Fast of Esther? The Fast of Esther, called Ta’anit Esther in Hebrew, is observed before Purim, usually on the 13th of the
The Tu biSh'vat Seder
Origins of the Tu BiSh’vat Seder During the 16th century, Safed (Tsfat in Hebrew) became the centre of Kabbalah (Jewish mysticism). Kabbalists developed new meanings
10th of Tevet (a minor fast day)
The fast of Tevet is observed on the 10th day of the Hebrew month of Tevet (Asarah b’Tevet) – this usually falls in December or
Chanukah Prayers & Blessings
Throughout Chanukah, one recites the Full Hallel, after the morning Amidah. Al HaNisim (For the Miracles) is added to each Amidah prayer and to the
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K-6 Rosh HaShanah Activities
Connect with us this Rosh Hashanah for some sweet online activities for Years K-6 happening on the 5th of September. Be sure to register by 23rd of August as packs
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K-6 Rosh HaShanah Activities
Connect with us this Rosh Hashanah for some sweet online activities for Years K-6 happening on the 5th of September. Be sure to register by 23rd of August as packs
What's better than Challah? Challah French Toast!
METHOD
In a medium shallow dish or bowl, beat the eggs with the milk, cinnamon and vanilla until blended🥣
Working with 1 challah slice at a time, soak the bread in the egg mixture, turning several times 🍞🥚
Melt the butter in a large frying pan until bubbling 🍳
Add 2 of the soaked challah slices and cook on one side for about 2 minutes until golden brown. Turn and cook the other side for another 2 minutes until golden brown. Repeat with the remaining egg-soaked challah.
Serve hot with maple syrup 🥞. You can also add banana 🍌 and berries 🍓 #yum
#shabbatshalom #connectyourway #bje #challahfrenchtoast
Due to the success of last year’s event, @jwave_community is inviting Year 10 & 11 students + a parent to learn more about an increasingly important and relevant subject matter facing us today, Holocaust denial and distortion.
Presented by William Scott, Australian PhD student studying the history of the Holocaust. This will be a powerful and informative family experience you won’t want to miss!
To register head to the link in our bio
Numbers are limited due to covid restrictions
#connectwithjwave #jwave #jewishcommunity #holocaustdenial
Haircuts 💇♀️
Shopping 🛍️
Shabbat dinners 🥘
Together again 💙
#connectyourway #bje #shabbatshalom
This Shabbat we’re celebrating schools being back early! 🎉 Take a little extra time to relax this weekend - we know you deserve it! 😎☀️
#connectyourway #bje #shabbatshalom
Meet Matan. Matan is in Year 1 at Bellevue Hill. Through our BJE programs Matan connected to the special feeling of Shabbat with Challah 🍞 on Fridays.
In lockdown Matan wanted to recreate this special feeling so he turned to his passion for baking and created ‘Neumann Chefs’ - his own delicious challah business! 👨🍳
DM @kazneu to order challah or other delicious baked goods from Matan
#connectyourway #bje
