Keyword: Hanukkah
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A tale of two holidays
Two holidays. celebrated by two religions. Hanukkah, according to the Talmud, celebrates the restoration of the Second Temple of Jerusalem, where a day’s worth of oil burned for eight. Christmas, according to the Bible . . . more
Rabbi Moshe Weisblum, who holds a doctorate degree from the Baltimore Hebrew Institute at Towson University, led the children of the congregation in lighting menorahs both inside and outside.
Congregation Beth Tikvah lights up the menorah
The Hebrew School of Congregation Beth Tikvah in Wantagh recently held a Hanukkah menorah lighting ceremony. more
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It’s a strange time to be a Jew, but when isn’t it?
I grew up in a non-religious family, but it was always important to my parents that we knew we were Jews, and my family followed certain traditional rituals. more
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Rabbi Dr. Moshe Weisblum
A Hanukkah message from Congregation Beth Tikvah
Dear friends, On Thursday evening, Dec. 10, 2020 Jews in America, Israel and around the world will come together to light the first candle of Hanukkah — the Festival of Lights. At its heart, … more
Hatred has no place on L.I. in 2020
New York saw a spike in hate crimes directed at the Jewish community toward the end of 2019 — during Hanukkah, of all times. It was particularly disturbing . . . more
Bring friends and family together for a fun festive fete.
In the holiday kitchen
Nothing says “love” like fresh baked cookies and treats. The gift of homemade goodness is always welcome during the holiday season. more
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Find peace through understanding this holiday season
In Arabic-speaking and predominantly Muslim parts of the world, Christmas is known as Eid al Milad, or the Festival of the Birthday, referring to the birth of Christ. Although not an essential part of Muslim tradition . . . more
Rabbi Moshe P. Weisblum, the spiritual leader of Congregation Beth Tikvah in Wantagh, wishes the community a Happy Hanukkah.
A Hanukkah greeting from Rabbi Moshe Weisblum
Dear friends, On Tuesday evening, Dec. 12, Jews in America, Israel and around the world will come together to light the first candle of Hanukkah — the Festival of Lights. At its heart, … more
Notes of crisp peppermint perfectly complement the flavors of coffee and semi-sweet chocolate morsels in Peppermint Mocha Chip Cookies. Add a crushed peppermint to each cookie to create a beautiful and seasonal presentation.
Holiday cheer in the kitchen
Give the gift of homemade goodness, by inviting friends and family over for some tasty holiday treats. Everyone can get in on the act and share their creations all around. more
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A wish list for the new year
Once upon a time, the coming of Hanukkah and Christmas meant that friends and family would send me lots of gifts, and I would reciprocate. more
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