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Mayor Goldsmith's Thank you letter to our dear friends who have been standing behind Itamar:
It is the custom in the period between Pesach and Shavuot to learn Pirkey Avot, the moral and ethical teachings brought down from Har Sinai. Pikey Avot contains the wisdom of the Torah defined by our sages who received tradition from Moshe Rabbeinu who received it directly from G-d. It is these teachings that have kept the Jewish people strong and unbeatable much like our roots, going back to our Avot (Patriarchs) who were the symbol of perseverance even when enemies tried to overcome them. They stood strong physically and spiritually. When we come to understand the teachings of Pirkey Avot we know that there is no obstacle we cannot overcome as we experience Hashem in every aspect of our lives.
Now as we live in the time of the unfolding of the story of our redemption, as Israel is a matter of fact and reality has us returning to our land, we look back with sorrow at the demeaning life experiences in exile and marvel at how we have recovered and resonate a light unto the nations. We have gained a position blueprinted at the creation of the world to return as a sovereign nation of Israel in the Land of Israel. But our journey is not over yet as we still are tested with opposition from many directions.
Pirkey Avot opens with the concept of " Your people are tzaddikim" – VeAmcha koolam tzaddikim". With the acts of chesed and kindness that you have personally done for Israel, for Itamar, we are reminded of this passuk and how you are a part of the long chain that holds us together. We know this is a weighty task in hard economic times, in unstable times when nobody knows what tomorrow might bring. Your incredible mitzvah of generosity will bring you steadfast strength, like the Avot had as well in spiritual and physical bounty. You are our partner in the tasks of this generation.
The people of Itamar have been tremendously encouraged by your enthusiasm. We have all been through extremely hard times here. The best way to console a community that has experienced tragedy is in its continued building and permanence. Thank you again for your love and care. Please come and visit us on your next trip to Israel.
Published 3:20 PM PDT
Now as we live in the time of the unfolding of the story of our redemption, as Israel is a matter of fact and reality has us returning to our land, we look back with sorrow at the demeaning life experiences in exile and marvel at how we have recovered and resonate a light unto the nations. We have gained a position blueprinted at the creation of the world to return as a sovereign nation of Israel in the Land of Israel. But our journey is not over yet as we still are tested with opposition from many directions.
Pirkey Avot opens with the concept of " Your people are tzaddikim" – VeAmcha koolam tzaddikim". With the acts of chesed and kindness that you have personally done for Israel, for Itamar, we are reminded of this passuk and how you are a part of the long chain that holds us together. We know this is a weighty task in hard economic times, in unstable times when nobody knows what tomorrow might bring. Your incredible mitzvah of generosity will bring you steadfast strength, like the Avot had as well in spiritual and physical bounty. You are our partner in the tasks of this generation.
The people of Itamar have been tremendously encouraged by your enthusiasm. We have all been through extremely hard times here. The best way to console a community that has experienced tragedy is in its continued building and permanence. Thank you again for your love and care. Please come and visit us on your next trip to Israel.
Published 3:20 PM PDT
Friday, April 15, 2011
Friday, March 4, 2011
True Leadership in times of turmoil.avi
Hazak, hazak, v'nit'chazek! Be Strong, Be Strong, and let us be Strengthened!
Friday, February 25, 2011
Friday, February 18, 2011
Friday, February 11, 2011
Friday, February 4, 2011
Friday, January 28, 2011
A taste of Milk and Meat.avi
Watch Rabbi Goldsmith's new torah lesson for the week focusing on the prohibition of eating milk and meat mentioned in this week's portion. This week's Torah lesson is dedicated to a dear friend of Itamar that wanted to know why the verse "You shall not boil a young goat in its mother's milk." Refers to all the many laws involving milk and meat.
Friday, January 21, 2011
Planting a tree in the land of Israel com.avi
Yesterday was Tu' Bi'shvat and our friend Tani Zarelli and the group she was leading enjoyed planting trees on Itamar. At the end of this video, you will see testimonies by this group about this experience.
Friday, January 14, 2011
Divine Retribution a must.avi
Rabbi Moshe give an update on the attack on Itamar on 1/13/11
along with the weeks Torah Portion.
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Welcome to our Friends in Russia!
I have noticed quite a bit of traffic from Russia and I am so pleased to welcome you to the Bless Itamar Blog. I hope you enjoy participating in the life of the community of Itamar. I encourage you to comment and say hello. Itamar will be blessed!
Friday, January 7, 2011
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