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Watching the Smurfs in Hebrew Posted by Ayana on Jul 9, 2018
Animated television series are largely watched by children. The cartoons occupy the kids, expose them to the language, and educate them at the same time. Those TV series are made for kids, but they are also a useful means for grown-ups to be exposed to second language. In our case, it’s an easy, fun way…
5 Cool Stores in Tel-Aviv Posted by Ayana on Jun 18, 2018
There are many things to do in Tel-Aviv, shopping included. I selected 5 stores (plus 3 bonus stores) to enrich your next shopping experience in Tel-Aviv. Enjoy! Hapolanya The common stereotype of the Jewish mother and wife known in Israel (where most mothers are Jewish but originate from diverse ethnic groups) is the Polish mother. A Polish…
Hebrew Vocabulary to Help You Enjoy National Book Week Posted by Ayana on Jun 4, 2018
Every June, Israel celebrates its National Hebrew Book Week. For the last 92 years, for one week at the beginning of the summer, the whole country is a big book fair: stalls in every corner, large discounts, public readings and get-togethers with authors. Let’s use this occasion to delve into some literature vocabulary. Book (masculine)…
Hebrew Fruits Vocabulary Posted by Ayana on May 21, 2018
The first step to realize my New Year’s resolution – losing weight – was to drop all the snacks I’ve enjoyed between meals. No more Bamba or Cow Chocolate for me. From now on – only fruits to maintain my sugar level. Fig תְּאֵנָה On a diet, figs are definitely a better option than a…
Counting of the Omer Posted by Ayana on May 7, 2018
In the Book of Leviticus [chapter 23], God announces to Moses the appointed festivals that are to be sacred assemblies. First to be appointed is the Sabbath, second is Passover, and third is Counting of the Omer (סְפׅירַת הָעוֹמֶר). Counting (feminine) = סְפִירָה (se-fi-ra) Counting of the Omer = סְפׅירַת הָעוֹמֶר (se-fi-rat a-o-mer) סְפׅירַת הָעוֹמֶר…
Israel Independence Day Celebrations Posted by Ayana on Apr 16, 2018
Every year around April, excitement fills the streets when Israel celebrates its birthday. Flags decorate every corner; the radio broadcasts Hebrew songs from all times; and people getting ready to the family barbecue. Israelis observe this special day with the same traditional rituals. The main event is the official ceremony on Independence Day eve that…
Get Ready for Passover: the Seder Plate Posted by Ayana on Mar 26, 2018
Passover Seder (לֵיל הַסֵּדֶר) will be celebrated this year at the end of March. On the evening of Friday, March 30, 2018, Jewish families from all over the world will gather around their large family table to observe the Jewish exodus from Egypt. Food and wine will be generously served, and the traditional Seder plate…