Israeli history

Israeli history

The history of Israel encompasses the history of the modern State of Israel, as well as that of the Jews in the Land of Israel.

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(Lat. village peasant) In a general sense, neither Jewish nor Christian (nor Muslim), traditionally with negative connotations (an irreligious person, heathen). The term also has come to be adopted ...

Renaissance

History; Israeli history

(Latin) Name usually given to the "rebirth" of classical knowledge that erupted in the 15th century and provided background for the protestant reformation and associated events in Europe.

secular

History; Israeli history

(Latin, of this world) A general term for non-religious, or the opposite of religious.

sacrifice

History; Israeli history

(Latin, perform a sacred act) A general term for the giving up of things of value for religious purposes, such as (1) liturgical sacrifices of animal life or of other valuables (grain, wine, etc.), ...

Tu B'Shevat

History; Israeli history

(Lit. 15th of Shevat). The new year for the purpose of counting the age of trees for purposes of tithing.

Sukkah

History; Israeli history

The temporary dwellings the Jews use during the holiday of Sukkot. One is supposed to eat meals there and some Jews have the custom of sleeping in the sukkah.