His name is Nissim – which means miracles in Hebrew. An apt description of his life.
Chasidic Israeli filmmaker Rama Burshtein’s new film tells the fascinating story of a Chassidic family in Tel Aviv – almost as fascinating as Rama Burshtein’s own story.
Spending three days with non-religious Israelis, I discovered surprising things about them, and myself.
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One day, we're all going on a long journey. We need to take along enough nourishment to last for eternity.
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I knew I possessed super powers. I just had to sort through the baggage of a few generations to find them.
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What can happen when we see everything as being fully within our grasp and under our control.
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The Bible's major role in the creation of the United States and its democracy.
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A 22-page thought-provoking compendium of insights and inspiration to enhance the day.
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Published: November 21, 2009
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(4) Anonymous, November 28, 2009 8:03 PM
The success of Israel is only because of the blessings of Hashem.
(3) Togu S. Hutagaol, November 28, 2009 2:24 AM
Yes, young enterpreneur is the key of the Nation. This young man have a motivation to survive. I have watch them during my visit to Kotel. They pray for the future of Israel inside the tunnel. They face and their smile is the future of Israel.
(2) Kip Gonzales, November 23, 2009 10:16 AM
I love this kind of stuff!
Cheers and congrats to Israelis with Chutzpah! Why can´t the rest of the world learn from them instead of tearing them down and holding them back?! When Israel is doing well, the rest of the free world does well! Too bad it´s difficult for a goy like me to get a job there. I´d move today if I could! We´re cheering you on!
(1) Ram Barlev, November 23, 2009 4:17 AM
It is under socialistic values that higher education thrives in Israel. This is sharp contrast to the high cost of higher education in the US.