Our Chanukah Chinese Extravaganza was a night to remember! From the competitive Texas Dreidel Tournament to creative kids’ crafts, the event was filled with light, laughter, and joy for all ages. Check out our photo gallery to see the highlights and spot some familiar faces!
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Our Olami Denver Experience joined another amazing trip to Israel last week – just in time to celebrate Chanukah together! It was an unforgettable journey of connection, discovery, and inspiration. Check out our photo gallery to relive the highlights and feel the magic of our adventure!
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The entire region was suffering from a famine and the house of Yaakov was no different. He had sent his sons to Egypt to procure food but tragedy had struck when they encountered the viceroy who was visibly cruel to them. Of course, they didn’t realize that he was their brother Yosef and had recognized them and therefore he had a plan in mind of which they were unaware.
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Amidst all the revelry of Chanukah, the donuts, latkes, parties, and Chanukah gelt we sometimes might forget what it is all about. Of course, we light the Menorah for eight days commemorating the miracle that the oil lasted for eight days.
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Yaakov sent Yosef to his brothers in Shechem. Although there was a degree of tension between him and his brothers, nonetheless he obeyed his father and went to check up on them. Eventually he became lost and encountered someone, unbeknownst to him that it was an angel, and he was told that they had relocated to Dosan.
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This is a pretty common cliché with which we are familiar. However, did we ever think that our great Patriarch Yaakov would also suffer from fear? After all, Hashem guaranteed him that he would return to his father’s home safe and sound. Even though he was now facing a powerful adversary Eisav who was approaching with what seemed to be a formidable army, just as the Egyptian forces were routed when they left bondage, so too, Hashem could destroy them in an instant. And, of course, Yaakov was surely aware of this. So why was he frightened?
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Our Family Experience Chanukah Paint Party was a joyful celebration of creativity and connection! Families came together to create beautiful Chanukah-themed artwork, enjoying the warmth of community and the light of the holiday. Laughter, colorful paint strokes, and the spirit of Chanukah filled the room, making it a memorable event for everyone. Check out the highlights in our photo gallery!
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Although literally words themselves do not murder others, however, the power of speech is undeniably true. When Lavan pursued Yaakov to retrieve his idols that Rochel stole, he commented to Lavan that the one who has those idols should die.
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The Women’s Experience Steering Committee kicked off Chanukah with a festive Paint & Sip! Amid laughter and creativity, participants crafted Chanukah-themed masterpieces while enjoying their favorite drinks. Check out our…
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When Yaakov and Eisav reported back to their father Yitzchok after his request to have a meal before he extended his blessing it is interesting to note the differences between their language. Yaakov spoke in a more direct fashion to his father while Eisav spoke in third person.
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