“the Jews took it upon themselves …” Tonight begins the celebration our Jewish brothers and sisters will observe for Purim. This holiday is to remember the protection and deliverance God provided to them (as recorded in the book of Esther). Esther records that “they took it upon themselves” to celebrate. They were so grateful and…
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Rosh Hashanah
We mark Rosh Hashanah at sunset tonight. This is the beginning of the Jewish new year and begins with a trumpet or shofar blast. The "days of awe" begin – as we approach the high holy day of Yom Kippur. This is a time of reflection and repentance in anticipation of the coming judgment. This time of judgment is pictured in…
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