During the Six Day War in 1967, Israeli troops captured the eastern part of the divided city of Jerusalem and repatriated the Holy City and the Temple mount to Jewish sovereignty. Fifty Nine years ago we liberated the city from Read more
We’ve already shown you how to make your own homemade hummus Now we’d like to share with you a very Israeli appetizer that you can make for your Shabbat table. This ground-beef hummus platter also makes a great filling meal Read more
We’ve been talking over on our Galilee Green Facebook page about the health benefits of taking a spoonful of olive oil every day. The US Food and Drug Administration says that 2 Tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil a day Read more
The Freedom from physical slavery is the first exodus. Then comes freedom from psychological enslavement. Passover shows us how to break loose from our mental chains. During the 30 days leading up to Passover, it is customary to prepare ourselves Read more
Stuffed Red Peppers Without Rice – Keto-Friendly & Delicious I love roasted red pepper salad as an appetizer. It pairs perfectly with fresh Challah on Friday night. Red peppers bring sweetness and creamy texture. Green bell peppers just can’t compare. Read more
We have a very low carb lifestyle in our home and only have a small amount of challah on Shabbat and festivals. Recently a friend was up here visiting in Yavne’el and she brought a grain-free quiche. It’s a treat Read more
To get ready for Purim here’s a fun recipe for Scrabble cookies from our daughter Rachel Rosenthal. Rachel makes Jewish life at home both spiritually uplifting and FUN! She posted these photos and comments in our Family Whatsapp group…. “Making Read more
PURIM GROGGER FOR YOU Purim is a joyful Jewish holiday that celebrates the salvation of the Jewish people in ancient Persia, as recounted in the Book of Esther. This year Purim falls on the evening of Monday March 2, 2026. Read more
GUSH HALAV, UPPER GALILEE – SPRING, 33 C.E.
The rhythmic clanging of his father’s chisel was the heartbeat of the morning.
Eleven-year-old Yossi sat perched on a massive, sun-warmed basalt boulder just outside the synagogue’s construction site. He leaned forward, crushing a sprig of wild hyssop between his palms, the peppery scent mingling with the fine white dust of pulverized limestone that hung in the air.
JISH, UPPER GALILEE – SUNDAY, DAWN
A dark silhouette emerged from the mist. Ibrahim, a man with tough hands and a weathered face, approached the van.
“Ya hala… bil-akhir,” he said, his voice a low growl. “About time. The plane’s waiting.”
Samir scanned the farm.
A small, unpaved road cut through the field. Wide enough for a small plane to take off and land unnoticed, though recent rains had made the earth soft.