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Chai – the number 18
The Hebrew word chai means ‘life’ in English. Judaism places great value on life and the word ‘chai’ has become symbolic of that value and
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
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High School Chanukah
It’s time for an amazing race around the city! Two teams from the North and East will compete to find clues, win prizes and end up in the city to enjoy a picnic together
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Meet Jo
Meet Jo Gluckman, our new Head of Experiential Jewish Life & Learning who is going to change the scope of BJE. Jo’s goal is to provide the best outcomes for our students
If you have a child at a non-Jewish day school here is what we can offer you! ⬆
Enrol with us to get involved and start your child's Jewish Journey in 2022 ✨.
Enrolment link in our bio.
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BJE has so much to offer no matter what Year your child is in. 🧒
Here are just examples of what we offer different year groups and where that journey can lead them. 📍
Enrol with us with the link in our bio and start YOUR Jewish Journey! 💙
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Happy Tu Bishvat! 🌳
Tu Bishvat is the celebration of the new year of the trees 🌳 It’s the day to think about the environment 🌍, eat lots of fresh delicious fruit 🍎🍐🍉🍇, or even better plant a new tree of your own! 🌱
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BJE encourages our past students 👨🎓 to re-engage and connect with the community, offering young leaders job opportunities as Madrichim and Youth Engagement staff. 👩💻
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