Modern Miracles

Modern Miracles

During the period of the Omer, between Passover and Shavuot two significant events in modern Jewish history also occurred — the founding of the State of Israel on the 5th of Iyar, 5708 (May 14th 1948) and also the liberation of the Old City of Jerusalem by the Israel Defence Forces on the 28th of…

Countdown to Sinai

Countdown to Sinai

Countdown to Sinai The Jewish people’s journey toward nationhood began on Passover.  The Exodus redeemed us from physical slavery and subjugation but the people still lacked a national identity and purpose. This was conferred upon them only later when the Jewish people both heard and saw the words of God at Mt. Sinai.  In those…