Photo: Miriam Woelke B”H Yesterday and today, the Jewish world was / is entering a new month called TEVET. Actually today is the second day of Rosh Chodesh TEVET. And, as we know, a beginning of a new Jewish month is always the time for renewal as well as for making positive changes in our … Continue reading
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The Hebrew letter SAMECH
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