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| ancient burial practise | 11/7/2009 | Leon Gork |
Q: Are there any indications of any kind anywhere in the Mediterranean area that something was placed ...
A: The archaeologist claims the coins were found in a Jewish Burial site in Jericho. See The Biblical ...
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| Dividing of days past and present | 11/6/2009 | Leon Gork |
Q: I am studying the division of 1 day to the next. I understand current practice is to declare one ...
A: One should ask untill complete clarity is achieved. Thanks for asking. The experts on the matter of ...
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| Dividing of days past and present | 11/4/2009 | Leon Gork |
Q: I am studying the division of 1 day to the next. I understand current practice is to declare one ...
A: Obviously the day begins with the dawn not with sunset. This is the meaning of "and it was evening ...
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| Negev | 11/4/2009 | Ian Cohen |
Q: Another question...I will be with my family (I'm 56 my husband 62) 3 boys in their 20's. We've all ...
A: It's about a 2 hour drive...maybe a little more. Try this map - copy /paste the whole link ...
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| Jerusalem | 11/4/2009 | Ian Cohen |
Q: We have been to Jerusalem several times and love it at the David Citidel(which is our special treat) ...
A: The Grand Court is not really in East Jerusalem. If you look on a map, it is just off road # 1, and ...
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| Jerusalem | 9/21/2009 | Ian Cohen |
Q: I booked a vacation(5-12.10.09) in Jerusalem at the LEV-YERUSHALIM hotel. I can't go and also can't ...
A: First of all, I am amazed that you cannot cancel. SUCCOTH is HIGH season it's true, but this year, ...
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| Jewish dinner customs in approx. 30 AD | 9/2/2009 | Menachem Brody |
Q: Mr. Brody, I r'cd an e-mail stating that in approximately 30 AD it was the custom in Israel that if ...
A: Shalom Donna, I am not familiar with such a custom in our sources. More than that, I do not recall ...
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| Jerusalem-Dead Sea driving | 8/26/2009 | Leon Gork |
Q: Me and my wife will be visiting Israel during September 2009 (Sep 2nd-Sep12th) and we will be ...
A: Have a good trip. The distance between Jerusalem and Bethlehem is very short only about 5 kM. The ...
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| The cost for a private guide in Israel? | 8/25/2009 | Menachem Brody |
Q: we want to take a private tour in Israel in august 2010 for about 11 days to see things we haven't ...
A: Shalom Mike, There are a lot of variables here, so I suggest you correspond directly with someone ...
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| Shrine of the Book | 8/22/2009 | Ian Cohen |
Q: Good Morning Sir (in US) How does one drive to the Shrine of the Book coming from Tel Aviv on Rt 1 ...
A: The SHRINE OF THE BOOK is located in the grounds of the ISRAEL MUSEUM in Jerusalem. TRY this link ...
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| account of King David's affair with Bathsheba | 8/19/2009 | Leon Gork |
Q: Have you heard of a theory that King Solomon in an effort to maintain his legitimate birth somehow ...
A: I haven't heard this before but it's well known that history was created by the one who authorized ...
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| Israeli ID cards | 8/13/2009 | Corey Shuster |
Q: I would like to know if a Muslim foreigner with Israeli Citizenship, granted around 1995 under the ...
A: On the Teudat Zeut (ID card) there is a spot for "nationality" where a person is identified as ...
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| Marijuana | 7/24/2009 | Corey Shuster |
Q: Today,is marijuane smoked commonly in Israel & is it's use widespread?How about during the time of ...
A: yes, Marijuana and hash are smoked by many Israelis. There is even a political party dedicated to ...
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| Marijuana | 7/24/2009 | Leon Gork |
Q: Today,is marijuana commonly smoked in Israel?How about during the time of Christ?Thanks!
A: Marijuana is illegal in Israel but it can be prescribed by a physician for the treatment of certain ...
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| names of G-d and color to represent | 7/22/2009 | Leon Gork |
Q: What color represents the following: Jehova Jirah, Jehova Nissi, Jehova Rapha, Jehova Shama, Jehova ...
A: As far as I know these aspects of God's nature aren't represented by colors. I know that Jewish ...
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| Judea | 7/21/2009 | Leon Gork |
Q: Where there places similar to bars or nightclubs around the time of Jesus life in Israel? If so what ...
A: You are looking for a circumspective interpretation of Paul's actions. This isn't easy, it usually ...
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| Judea | 7/20/2009 | Leon Gork |
Q: Where there places similar to bars or nightclubs around the time of Jesus life in Israel? If so what ...
A: There are many laws in Judaism prohibiting the participation in activities regarded as entertainment ...
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| April weather in Israel | 7/7/2009 | Ian Cohen |
Q: If you were planning to visit Israel in April, would that be a good month(weather-wise)?
A: April is fine. Not hot yet, but should be over the worst of winter. You can expect a combination of ...
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| Petra- worth visiting? | 7/7/2009 | Ian Cohen |
Q: I am outlining a trip I will be taking to Israel, and am making a list of places I might visit. ...
A: Absolutely worth visiting! Petra is in Jordan, not Israel, but can be visited on a day trip from the ...
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| moving to israel.... | 7/5/2009 | Corey Shuster |
Q: ..i am 58 years old ...i am an american citizen..i would like to move to israel...can i retire there ...
A: I don't know. You will have to speak with the aliya center closest to you about how pensions work ...
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| jabotinsky fascism | 6/29/2009 | Leon Gork |
Q: In my study of Zionism, I have heard some sources claim that one of its founders, Zeev Jabotinsky, ...
A: I haven't read such imputations about Jabotinsky but I'm sure there are people who have written ...
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| Directions in the Galilee | 6/15/2009 | Corey Shuster |
Q: east side of the Galilee called Ramot to Yodefad(t) which is below Haifa. Do you know how long a ...
A: If I remember correctly, it should take a about an hour and a half but it really depends on the ...
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| religion | 6/11/2009 | Leon Gork |
Q: why when jesus was being crucified did on his head have the words king of the jews?
A: This is a very important question which Jews would like to find the answer to. It was the Romans who ...
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| Jewish Roots | 6/9/2009 | Menachem Brody |
Q: I was born in Cuba. My father told me that he thinks we have Jewish heritage in our roots. Both my ...
A: Shalom Elisabeth, It is quite possible that your family has Jewish roots, but it may be difficult ...
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| Moving to Israel | 5/29/2009 | Corey Shuster |
Q: My question is : a person like myself with an associates degree in applied science and i am about to ...
A: tourists are officially not allowed to work in Israel. some find odd jobs painting, picking oranges, ...
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| IDF-Joining | 5/25/2009 | Corey Shuster |
Q: Its been my dream ever since I was 10 years old, but now I am almost graduated from high school, I ...
A: To join the Israeli army you have to be an Israeli citizen (your ethnic background does not matter). ...
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| temple mount | 5/17/2009 | Leon Gork |
Q: what is the history of the temple mount?
A: It would take a book to give you the complete history of the temple mount. I suggest you read Gabbi ...
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| Names | 5/5/2009 | Menachem Brody |
Q: I'm from brooklyn, NY- originally from Queens. I'm the third of all four sisters and my question ...
A: Shalom Marlene, חיכיתי שלוש ...
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| need driver | 4/14/2009 | Ian Cohen |
Q: My sister and i would like to trave from Jerusalem to Tzfat on Tuesday, May -- returning that night. ...
A: Why not a taxi company? The reception desk at any hotel will advise you of a reliable company. Or ...
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| June weather | 4/13/2009 | Corey Shuster |
Q: We are planning a trip to the holy land in June, we are from India, would we be able to walk around ...
A: If you are from India, I doubt it will be too hot for you :-). June weather is hot but not too bad ...
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| What to do on Saturday in Jerusalem | 4/8/2009 | Corey Shuster |
Q: I am going on a tour, that gives me 2 days to myself, both on Saturday. One in Tel Aviv and the ...
A: Israeli cities tend to shut down on Saturdays so there is not much to do so I would advise in Tel ...
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| Ancient Jewsish clothing for the blind | 3/30/2009 | Leon Gork |
Q: In Mark 10:50 the blind man threw off his garment/cloak and ran to Jesus. I want to know what was ...
A: There is no special garment worn by a blind man, but a cloak or garment was a very expensive ...
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| english to hebrew translation | 3/26/2009 | Leon Gork |
Q: hey how are you going? i was wondering if you knew the correct hebrew translation for the phrase ...
A: מה שלא אתן את ...
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| hebrew to english translation | 3/26/2009 | Menachem Brody |
Q: hey how are you going? i was wondering if you knew the correct hebrew translation for the phrase ...
A: Shalom Jessica, Interesting question, but after looking at the phrase for a few minutes- several ...
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| Joseph/Coat of Color | 3/25/2009 | Menachem Brody |
Q: Can you give me more information on Joseph's Coat of Color, other than what we find in the bible? ...
A: Shalom Ray, Interesting question! Here are a few ideas that may help you get started: *Who would ...
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| camel rides | 3/24/2009 | Ian Cohen |
Q: We will be in Israel (Jersusalem) April 5-17, 2009. Is there any place we could ride a camel?
A: In Jerusalem, there are camel rides at the Mount Of Olives. Outside of Jerusalem, a great place for ...
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| Wine, Weddings, and Israel | 3/16/2009 | Leon Gork |
Q: Leon Gork, I was wondering, as St. Patrick's Day comes up and there is a lot of drinking in ...
A: Our only source of information about drinking customs of the Jews in Biblical time comes from the ...
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| Israel travel in August 2009 | 2/17/2009 | Menachem Brody |
Q: Taking the family for the first time, 2 kids, 11 and 15, husband, and 77 year old mother. What are ...
A: Shalom Allison, I'm afraid I don't have the time to give your question the detailed response you ...
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| Israel | 2/4/2009 | Leon Gork |
Q: The Watchers; I've heard their duty included watching the moon for 1st of each month, What was ...
A: I've never heard the expression "watchers" in relation to watching the moon. I agree that there must ...
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| frist century weddings | 1/25/2009 | Leon Gork |
Q: I am writing a book that features a first century middle class wedding in Israel. Can you describe ...
A: My understanding of wine in the first century is based on the simple fact that Jewish law, which was ...
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