New Israeli Educational Stamps including The Four Species for Sukkot

Hi Everyone!

I posted online images of the new Israeli stamps that 
will be issued in September 2024.
https://jr.co.il/stamps/index-2024.html

Under each stamp is a link to a Hebrew / English PDF file 
with information about the stamp.

Festivals 2024 - The Four Species
* Citron - Etrog
* Palm Branch - Lulav
* Myrtle - Hadasim
* Willow - Aravot

Ramat-Gan Safari - 50 Years
* White Rhinoceros
* African Lion
* Grant's Zebra

* Murals - The Market, Jerusalem

* YAMAM - National Counter Terror Unit

The Paralympic Games - Paris 2024
* Wheelchair Tennis
* Goalball
* Para Rowing

Animals from the Bible
ATM Machine Labels
* Leopard
* Horse

Enjoy!
Please share. Thank You!

Please continue to pray for and support Israel.
https://jr.co.il/prayers/

May the wounded have a complete and speedy recovery.
May the hostages be freed now.
May God protect the IDF, the police, the security forces
and all of Am Yisrael.

Have a good night,
Jacob

New: English Hebrew Vocabulary - 103 Places

Hi Everyone!

This week, I created a new section called "Places" for my English Hebrew Dictionary.

The 13 new study sheets include a wide range of places. You may be familiar with the Hebrew words for airport, bakery, beach and bookstore but do you know the Hebrew words for: boardwalk, farm, garage and greenhouse?

Each word is show in Hebrew with nikud (vowels) and there is an English translation and transliteration.

Start learning new words at:
www.english-hebrew-dictionary.com/places-1.htm

While you are at the site, you can refresh your summer vocabulary at:
www.english-hebrew-dictionary.com/summer-1.htm

For a detailed list of all 363 study sheets visit:
www.english-hebrew-dictionary.com/search.htm

Last but not least, I added a new cool sign to my Learn Hebrew Signs site. You can check it out at:
www.learn-hebrew-signs.com/s438.htm

Feedback is welcome!

Please share the sites. Thank you!

Shabbat Shalom,
Jacob

English - Hebrew Civil Defense Vocabulary

Hi Everyone!

I created a set of English Hebrew "Civil Defense" vocabulary
study sheets. The address is:
www.english-hebrew-dictionary.com/civil-defense-1.htm

For an index of all 204 English Hebrew study sheets visit:
www.english-hebrew-dictionary.com/sitemap.htm

Please forward this message to anyone that may be interested in learning Hebrew. Thank you!

Have a good night and stay safe.
Jacob

New Video: Learn Hebrew Phrases - Medical Help

Hi Everyone!

I created a new learn Hebrew video called "Medical Help".
The video includes 25 Hebrew phrases with Hebrew audio,
Hebrew text with vowels, English translations and transliterations.

You can view the video on the website at:
www.in-hebrew.co.il/videos/index.html
or
directly on Youtube at:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBUBlyg29kM

There are 42 Hebrew "Medical Help" phrases on the free site at:
www.in-hebrew.co.il

Feedback is welcome.

Please forward this message to anyone that may be interested
in learning Hebrew. Thanks!

Have a good weekend.
Shabbat Shalom,
Jacob

New Video: Learn Hebrew Phrases - Shopping for Clothes

Hi Everyone!

I created a new learn Hebrew video called "Shopping for Clothes".
The video includes 15 Hebrew phrases with Hebrew audio,
Hebrew text with vowels, English translations and transliterations.
The phrases in the new video include:
Which clothing store do you recommend?
Which different colors do these short sleeve shirts come in?
Do you have long sleeve white shirts?
The suit fits you perfectly.
Do you have a tie that matches my shirt?
How much does it cost?
All summer clothes are now on the end of season sale.
You look great in that dress.
Where can I try it on?
Do you have cotton socks?
The black belt is good for all types of pants.
Do you do alterations?
It is too small. I need a bigger size.
Where are the washing instructions?
The garment is perfect for you.
Enjoy your new (something)!

There are additional Hebrew "shopping for clothes" phrases
on the free site.

You can view the video on the website at:
http://www.in-hebrew.co.il/videos/index.html
or
directly on Youtube at:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PkjpUud7WiA

Feedback is welcome.

Please forward this message to anyone that may be interested
in learning Hebrew. Thanks!

Have a good night,
Jacob

New Video: Learn Hebrew Phrases - Business Meeting

Hi Everyone!

I created a new learn Hebrew video called "Business Meeting". The video includes 18 Hebrew phrases with Hebrew audio, Hebrew text with vowels, English translations and transliterations.

The phrases in the new video include:

What time does the meeting start?
What is today's agenda
What are our goals?
Our sales team had a great year.
Our revenues grew during the last quarter.
How can we improve our sales?
Here are some new marketing ideas.
We need to vote on the proposal.
We need to cut costs.
We need a competitive advantage.
What are the results of the marketing survey?
What is the size of the market?
We need to build brand loyalty.
What is the advertising budget?
We will raise money via the stock market.
Any questions?
Thank you all for attending.
The meeting is over.

There are additional Hebrew "business meeting" phrases on the free site.

You can view the video on the website at:
www.in-hebrew.co.il/videos/index.html
or
directly on Youtube at:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=0mM9mgz3tGw

Feedback is welcome.

Please forward this message to anyone that may be interested in learning Hebrew. Thanks!

Have a good day,
Jacob

Educational Resources about the Holocaust

Shalom.

Holocaust Remembrance Day is Thursday, April 19, 2012.
I posted on my website 175 links to learn about the Holocaust.
Site languages include English, Hebrew, Arabic, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish.

The website address is:

www.jr.co.il/hotsites/j-holoc.htm

Please forward this message to relatives and friends, so they may benefit from these educational resources.

We must not forget.

Jacob

Educational and Fun Resources for Purim

Hi Everyone!

Purim, the fun-filled Jewish holiday, falls on the 14th of the Hebrew month of Adar. This year Purim begins Wednesday night March 7, 2012.
(In Jerusalem it starts Thursday night March 8)

The following resources will help you appreciate and enjoy the holiday.

The Jewish Trivia Quiz
www.jewish-trivia.com

Purim Trivia
Why do people eat poppy seeds on Purim ?
From what tribe was Mordecai ?
Why was Haman angry at Mordechai ?
Who was queen of Persia before Esther ?
Esther had another name, what was it ?
How many times is Haman's name mentioned in the megillah ?
What did the king do when he couldn't sleep ?
What does the word "Esther" mean ?
How many advisors did king Achashverosh have ?

The above questions are examples from the multiple choice Flash quiz. There are two levels of questions, two timer settings. Both kids and adults will find it enjoyable.

Free Purim Clipart
www.jewish-clipart.com

Whether you need a picture to attach to your "Mishloach Manot", a picture for your child's class project, a graphic for your synagogue, Hillel or JCC Purim announcement, the Jewish Clipart Database has the pictures for you. You can copy, save and print the graphics in three different sizes.

My Hebrew Songbook - Purim Songs
www.my-hebrew-songbook.com

Enter the songbook and choose the category Purim. You can view any song online or create printed song sheets with several songs together for a sing along. All Hebrew is graphic so you do not need Hebrew support to view or print the songs. All songs include Hebrew nikud (vowels).

Purim Humor Files
www.jr.co.il/humor/purim.htm
Worth printing several to entertain your guests at the Purim Seudah (festive meal).

My Jewish Coloring Book - Purim
www.my-jewish-games.com
Kids love to color, need I say more.

Purim Videos on YouTube
www.jr.co.il/videos/purim-videos.htm
120 videos ranging from Purim Speils to funny gags.

To learn more about Purim, I posted on my website 76 site links, ranging from from laws and customs to games and recipes. Site languages include English, Hebrew, Russian, Spanish, French, Portuguese and German.

All 76 links have been reviewed / checked.
The web address is:

www.jr.co.il/hotsites/j-hdaypu.htm

Feedback is welcome.

Please forward this message to relatives and friends, so they may benefit from these holiday resources. Thanks!

Enjoy!

An early Happy Purim!
Jacob

129 Chanukah Hotsites, 276 Chanukah Videos and a Virtual Chanukah Party

Hi Everyone!
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Chanukah, the Jewish Festival of Lights, is observed for eight days, beginning on the evening of the 25th day of the Hebrew month of Kislev. This year Chanukah starts Tuesday evening, December 20, 2011.

Chanukah is a wonderful holiday of renewed dedication, faith, hope and spiritual light. It's a holiday that says: "Never lose hope." Chanukah commemorates the victory of a small band of Maccabees over the pagan Syrian-Greeks who ruled over Israel.

The Jewish Trivia Quiz
www.jewish-trivia.com

What does the Hebrew word Chanukah mean ?
What type of foods do we specificaly eat on Chanukah ?
What activities are forbidden during Chanukah ?
Are woman obligated to light the menorah ?
How many candles do we need for all of Chanukah ?
Which family was Judah the Maccabee from ?
How many branches did the menorah in the temple have ?

The above questions are examples from the multiple choice Flash quiz. There are two levels of questions, two timer settings. Both kids and adults will find it educational and enjoyable.

Free Chanukah Clipart
www.jewish-clipart.com

Whether you need a picture for your child's class project, a graphic for your synagogue, Hillel or JCC Chanukah announcement, the Jewish Clipart Database has the pictures for you. You can copy, save and print the graphics in three different sizes.

There are now 276 (yes, 276!) Cool Chanukah video links at:
www.jr.co.il/videos/chanukah-videos.htm

There is something for everyone.
This year's new videos include:
The Yeshiva Boys Choir - "Those Were The Nights (of Chanukah)"
Chanukah Jewish Rock of Ages - Official Hanukkah Video
The Shlomones - The Rocky Hora Chanukah Song
Crash Course on Chanukah
The Maccabeats - Miracle - Matisyahu - Hanukkah
Six13 - Chanukah Rights!
Chanukah 2011 - Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County
All I do is spin- Hannukah Parody (all i do is win)
Shalom Sesame: Making Olive Oil
Happy Chanukah decoration for 2011
Hanukkah 2011 - All Of The Lights
Learn Hebrew Chanukah Video
Mama Doni's "The Legend of Sour Cream Vs. Apple Sauce"
Chabad of BelAir - A True Chanukah Story
The Miracle of Hanukkah
Happy Chanukah from the Jewish Home!
Eat In Good Health! A Cooking Show in Yiddish with English subtitles
Failed Hanukah Classics
MEF Band - Dreidel Dance (in Okinawa Japan on Camp Foster)
Maoz Tzur Yeshuati - Meni Maimon Cohen
and many more....

To learn more about Chanukah, I posted on my website 129 site links, ranging from from laws and customs to games and recipes. Site languages include English, Hebrew, Russian, Spanish, French, Portuguese, German and Italian.
The address is:
www.jr.co.il/hotsites/j-hdaych.htm


Last but not least, you are cordially invited to the 3rd Annual Virtual Chanukah Party. No entrance fee and you may bring all your friends.
The virtual party address is listed at:
www.jr.co.il/cparty.htm

See you online.

Please forward this message to relatives and friends, so they may benefit from these holiday resources. Thanks!

Happy Chanukah!
Chag Sameach!
Jacob

New: Learn Hebrew Chanukah Video

Hi Everyone!

I created a new learn Hebrew video about Chanukah.

You can view the video on the website at:
www.in-hebrew.co.il/videos/index.html

or
directly on Youtube at:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=3EEyF45pn4w


If you enjoy the video, please share it with friends and give it a "like" on Youtube. Thanks!

Have a good day!
Jacob

New: Learn Hebrew Phrases on Facebook

Hi Everyone!

I created a Facebook fan page for Learn Hebrew Phrases with Audio.
You are welcome to join at:
www.facebook.com/inhebrew

On the new fan page, I posted 8 photo albums with Hebrew / English images from the website
www.in-hebrew.co.il

The topics include:
- At the Restaurant
- Best Wishes
- Buses, Trains and Taxis
- Business Meeting
- Computers and Internet
- Eilat
- Food Shopping
- Greetings
- Hebrew Tongue Twisters
- Israeli Sayings
- Jerusalem
- Jewish Proverbs
- Sports
- Tel Aviv
- Weather

Additional topics will be added on an ongoing basis.

You do not have to be a Facebook member to view
the images. The albums are located at:
http://on.fb.me/learn-hebrew-phrases

There is an option to download images to your computer, as long as you do not remove the website address line from them.

If you are a member of Facebook, you can post / share any image on your Facebook wall or send specific images to Facebook friends.

Examples:

- If your friend is having a celebration, you can share / send them any of the Hebrew / English "Best Wishes" images.



- If your friend is visiting Jerusalem, Tel Aviv or Eilat, you can send them tourist sites phrase images listed in those topics.



- Sharing Jewish Proverbs can enlighten you and your friends.



Please share this new educational resource with family and friends.
Thanks!

Have a good day,
Jacob

Educational Resources and Videos for Jerusalem Day

Hi Everyone!

Jerusalem Day is celebrated on the 28th of thhttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gife Hebrew month of Iyar. This year (5771 / 2011) the day falls on Wednesday, June 1.

The Jewish Trivia Quiz
www.jewish-trivia.com
has over 100 multiple choice questions about Jerusalem.

Who built the first temple ?
How many people were involved in constructing the first temple ?
What are the colors of the Jerusalem Beitar soccer team ?
Which animal is on the emblem of the Municipality of Jerusalem ?
What three Jewish holidays is Jerusalem the focal point ?
How long ago was Jerusalem established ?
On what mountain was King David buried ?
How high is Jerusalem above sea level ?
What is the name of the famous art school in Jerusalem ?
What is the length of the wall surrounding the old city ?
When was Hebrew University established ?
Which group defended Jerusalem in 1948 ?
How many open gates does the old city of Jerusalem have ?
What is the name of the largest shopping mall in Jerusalem ?
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What was Jerusalem called in the days of Abraham our patriarch ?

The above questions are examples from the multiple choice Flash quiz. There are two levels of questions and two timer settingshttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gif. Adults and children will find The Jewish Trivia Quiz entertaining and educational.

To learn more about Jerusalem, I posted on my website 228 links, ranging from history and tourism to photographs and stamps.

The web address is:
www.jr.co.il/hotsites/i-jer.htm

I also posted links to 24 Youtube videos about Jerusalem at:
www.jr.co.il/videos/jerusalem-videos.htm

Enjoy the celebrations!

Have a good day,
Jacob

Educational websites about Lag Ba'Omer

Hi Everyone!

The Jewish festival "Lag Ba'Omer" is Sunday, May 22, 2011. To avoid desecration of Shabbat, celebrations this year will take place Sunday night and Monday.

If you are flying over Israel on Sunday night (May 22) and you look down out of your plane, you will see thousands of bonfires dotting the landscape as far as the eye can see. There are various customs and explanations for these celebrations.

I posted on my website 38 links to learn about "Lag Ba'Omer". All 38 links have been reviewed / checked this week.

The web address is:

www.jr.co.il/hotsites/j-hdayla.htm

Enjoy the bonfires!
Jacob

Educational Resources and Cool Videos for Israel Independence Day

Hi Everyone!

Israel Independence Day is celebrated this year on Tuesday, May 10, 2011.

I posted on my website 118 links about Israel, ranging from history and tourism to photographs and stamps. All 118 links have been reviewed / checked this week.

The web address is:
www.jr.co.il/hotsites/j-hdayil.htm

and......

I gathered links to 135 cool YouTube videos about Israel.
Enjoy the videos at:
www.jr.co.il/videos/israel-videos.htm

Please forward this message to relatives and friends, so they may benefit from these holiday resources.

Happy Israel Independence Day!
Jacob

Educational Resources about the Holocaust

Shalom.

Holocaust Remembrance Day is Monday, May 2, 2http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gif011. I posted on my website 180 links to learn about the Holocaust. Site languages include English, Hebrew, Arabic, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish. All 180 links have been reviewed / checked this week.

The website address is:

www.jr.co.il/hotsites/j-holoc.htm

Please forward this message to relatives and friends, so they may benefit from these educational resources.

We must not forget.

Jacob

New Israeli Educational Stamps

Hi Everyone!

I scanned and posted on my website the new Israeli stamps that were issued in April 2011.

I included the stamp itself, the first day cover, and an English and a Hebrew flyer about the stamp.

- Aliyah of Ethiopian Jewry

- Ephraim Katzir 1916-2009

- Memorial Day 5771 - 2011

- Mount Carmel Training Center 50th Anniversary

- Tourism - Visit Israel

- Butterflies of Israel

The new stamp images are located at:
www.jr.co.il/pictures/stamps/index-2011.html

I also uploaded the images to Facebook.
The Facebook address is:
http://on.fb.me/israeli-stamps-2011

Please share the page. Thanks!

Happy Passover!
Chag Sameach!

Jacob

Uploaded New Learn English Video - The Letter B

Hi Everyone!

I uploaded a new learn English video to the Internet.The topic of the new video is: The Letter B.

The 20 words in the learn English video include: ball, balloon, baseball, basketball, bear, bench, bicycle, blender, book, boots, bottle, bowl, box, bracelet, bread, brick, bridge, brush, bus, butter

The new video is located at:
www.my-english-dictionary.com/b-words-video.htm

Feedback is welcome.

Please share the video.
Thanks!

Have a good day,
Jacob

The Alef-Bet Page

Hi Everyone!

I created on my website a new educational resource called:
The Alef-Bet Page

The Alef-Bet Page has online and printable Hebrew alphabet charts which include the Hebrew letters in three formats: block, script, and Rashi. The charts also have the numeric value of each letter.

The address is:
www.jr.co.il/alef-bet.htm

Please share the page. Thanks!

Have a good day,
Jacob

Uploaded New Learn Hebrew Video - In the House

Hi Everyone!

I uploaded a new Learn Hebrew video to the Internet.
The topic of the new video is: In the House.

The 25 words in the learn Hebrew video include: air conditioner, bathtub, bed, chair, charity box, closet, clothes, dryer, computer, curtains, door, electric outlet, painting, pillow, plant, remote control, rug, sewing machine, sofa, stairs, table, telephone, television, vacuum cleaner, washing machine, window

The new video is located on my Learn Hebrew website at:
www.my-hebrew-dictionary.com/videos.htm

I also placed it on my YouTube channel at:
www.youtube.com/user/jrichman2003

Feedback is welcome.

If you like the video, please give it a "thumbs up" / "like it" on Youtube and/or Facebook. Please share the video with anyone interested in learning Hebrew.
Thanks!

Shana Tova - Have a Good Year,
Jacob

Educational Resources and Cool Videos for the Jewish New Year

Hi Everyone!

Rosh Hashana, the Jewish New Year 5771, begins
Wednesday night, September 8, 2010.

The Jewish Trivia Quiz
www.jewish-trivia.com
has 55 multiple choice questions about Rosh Hashana.

Which special prayer is said in the days before Rosh Hashana ?
Which group of foods is customary to eat on Rosh Hashana ?
What are the other three names of Rosh Hashana ?
How many times is the shofar sounded during Rosh Hashana ?
Which food is customary NOT to eat on Rosh Hashana ?

The above questions are examples from the multiple choice Flash quiz. There are two levels of questions and two timer settings. Adults and children will find The Jewish Trivia Quiz entertaining and educational.

Rosh Hashana Clipart
www.jewish-clipart.com
Whether you need a picture for your child's class project, a graphic for your synagogue, Hillel or JCC New Year announcement, the Jewish Clipart Database has the pictures for you. You can copy, save and print the graphics in three different sizes.

Rosh Hashana Cool Videos
www.jr.co.il/videos/rosh-hashana-videos.htm

The list has 98 cool Rosh HaShana videos. There is something for everyone.

To learn more about Rosh Hashana , I posted on my website 78 links ranging from laws and customs to games and recipes. Site languages include English, Hebrew, French, German, Italian, Portugese, Russian and Spanish.
All 84 links have been reviewed / checked this week.
www.jr.co.il/hotsites/j-hdayrh.htm

Last but not least, the 3 Year Jewish Holiday Calendar is located at:
www.jr.co.il/calendar.htm

For best printed results use the Acrobat PDF file. When printing the PDF file use the print option "fit to print margins".

Please share this message with your friends and relatives.
Thanks!

Enjoy!
Shana Tova - Have a Good Year!
Jacob