by William Kolbrener
In the Haggadah we read that one who expands on the
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story of the Exodus is praiseworthy. In his article, “Cosmic Consciousness of Passover”, William Kolbrener provides thought-provoking insights into how the re-telling of the story of the Exodus has empowered and inspired us throughout the centuries.
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by Eric Moss
Eric Moss, 3rd Prize Winner of ESRA Magazine Literary
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Competition, unfolds his personal story of how his adopted daughter expressed her wish to meet her biological parents before her wedding day. “Convoy to Sderot,” recounts his family’s journey as they travelled together to that highly emotional meeting and the subsequent celebration of the event.
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by Petra van der Zande
2nd Prize Winner of ESRA Magazine Literary Competition,
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Petra van der Zande, has written the true story of loving
hearts, with a difference. In “Grafted onto the Jewish Olive Tree,” Petra tells us how she and her husband Wim, Christian Zionists originally from Holland, came to Israel and took on the difficult task of caring for several special needs children and how this changed all of their lives.
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by Esther Kunda
By Esther Kunda
Short Story April/May 2010
“Strawberry
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Woman,” 1st prize winner of ESRA Magazine Literary Competition, is a touching story of a woman, a survivor of the Holocaust and a seller of strawberries. During the 6-day war she makes a bargain with God to return her soldier son to her alive, even if wounded, with tragic consequences.
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by David Chester
On Passover Seder night when, according to Jewish tradition,
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the Prophet Elijah is expected to arrive, a rather different sort of visitor makes his appearance in the Chester household. “The Cup of Elijah,” by David Chester discloses what transpired during that surprising event.
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by Adrian Kleiman
Adrian Kleiman interviews Shoshana Ostrovsky Goldberg,
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daughter of Raanana’s 1st mayor, who tells us about the family’s background. Her father, an ardent Zionist, living in New York, had been part of a group who purchased land in Palestine with the intention of actually settling there. He was determined to bring his family from New York to live in the sandy environs of Raanana. And he did.
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by Ilan Shachar
An English woman leaves her native land, becomes a
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convert and moves to Israel. Though single, she adopts two children from a foreign country, brings them to Israel and has them converted. Ilan Shachar tells her tragic story in “Dilemma,” where we learn that all does not end happily ever after, since this is not a fairy tale but real life.
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by Carol Novis
Rabbi Michael Melchior is a man with an optimistic
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view of the future of Judaism, despite the differing approaches of its various streams. In an article written by Carol Novis, we get a refreshing insight into the life of this remarkable man. Formerly of Denmark, Rabbi Melchior came on aliyah in 1986 and has devoted himself solely to humanitarian issues. His quiet, unpretentious manner, belies his considerable accomplishments. Rabbi Melchior has served with distinction as a member of the Knesset and on the boards of many prestigious organizations.
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by Gita Conn
200 members of the same family created a tapestry of
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international professions, artistic skills and abilities when they met at the “Sugarman Family Gathering.” Gita Conn explains how the meeting took over a year to organize which brought together the descendants of Lena and Moshe Sugarman from Montreal, Manchester and London to Israel.
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by Monte Silver
Hidden and undisclosed financial resources could result
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in heavy fines and criminal charges, courtesy of the U.S. Government. What are your options if you are an American citizen? In “Uncle Obama Wants You and your Foreign Bank Account,” Monte Silver and Henriette Fuchs, experts in international legal and taxation matters, give you the facts.
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by Caroline Walsh
All you ever wanted to know about the Israeli legalities
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involved in property transactions are revealed in Caroline Walsh’s article, “About Property Matters.” The author notes that she is offering general information and advises obtaining legal advice on specific issues before taking any actions.
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by Judy Copeland
In “My Friend Jacky,” Judy Copeland shares with
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us the courageous story of her friend who overcame the results of a severe illness and turned it into a positive experience. Despite her personal problems, Jacky found an inner strength and a great design talent which has helped her, and even extended beyond herself, to help others who found themselves in a similar situation.
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by Barbara Abraham
“This is my regiment; This is my home; Fighters,
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men and women; Dressed in green uniform.”
These are the words sung by the members of MAGAV, the border police at their passing our ceremony. In her article, “TO BE A FREE NATION,” Barbara Abraham expresses her pride as she watches her 18-year old grand daughter, a new cadet, march by and raise her voice in song.
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by Annette Keen
Annette Keen remembers her childhood in a Displaced
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Person Camp. “I am Joshua, Defender of Israel,” are the words spoken by a five-year old boy who helped her overcome monsters, and defend her against them, soothing away her nightmares as a child in a horrific situation. The article speaks of a childhood stolen and of affection found despite their surroundings.
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by Brian Braude
Laughing all the way to the hospital to undergo an
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angiogram. That’s according to “ The Idiot’s Guide to Heart Disease“ by Synonymous, who tells us all about the trial and tribulations , the fun and games of undergoing Coronary Artery Bypass Graft surgery and the subsequent hilarity of rehabilitation. Laugh..if you can.
The How’s and Ways of safe living offers a guide for anyone with an aging relative. “It’s All about Safety and Confidence,” by Esti Martin, talks about the preventative measures you can take to keep your loved ones safe from the common perils that befall the aged.
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