Religion – Page 131 – Prologue Journal

Parashat Miketz: To whom are we praying?

Jerusalem Post When we pray and seek salvation, we must remember the two foundational aspects of prayer: God’s mercies are the goal to which we aspire; and God can indeed deliver us from any trouble. https://www.jpost.com/judaism/torah-portion/article-778062

Jewish schools breaks Guinness record for menorah lighting

Jerusalem Post In order to break the record all 1,200 menorahs had to be lit within five minutes. https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-778100

The failure who reached the height of success in one moment

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-777976

Deck the halls with hope: ‘Bring Them Home Now’ Christmas ornament

Jerusalem Post The Evangelical Christian has been broadly rallying alongside Israel for the release of its hostages from the strongholds of Hamas. https://www.jpost.com/christianworld/article-777752

Lack of clarity: Presidents’ failure to denounce Anti-Semitism

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/judaism/article-777735

Vatican eases rules on the ashes of the dead

Jerusalem Post In previous guidance from 2016, the Vatican said the ashes must be kept in “sacred places”, and therefore neither at home, divided among family members nor scattered to the wind. https://www.jpost.com/christianworld/article-777717

Obsessed with the Roman Empire? Archaeologists just made a major discovery

Jerusalem Post Contrary to expectations, the peer-reviewed research demonstrates that Interamna Lirenas thrived well into the 3rd century AD, resisting decline for an impressive 900 years. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-777632

World leaders, celebrities wish Holocaust survivors ‘Happy Hanukkah’

Jerusalem Post The live broadcast will feature the candle lighting at the Western Wall where around 100 Holocaust survivors will participate. https://www.jpost.com/judaism/jewish-holidays/article-777563

‘Worst Christmas ever’ in birthplace of Jesus as impact of war empties Bethlehem

Jerusalem Post Located just south of Jerusalem, Bethlehem is heavily reliant for income and jobs on visitors from all over the world who come to see the Church of the Nativity. https://www.jpost.com/christianworld/article-777543

Light in the Darkness – Celebrate Hanukkah with Jerusalem Post, Jewish News and Forward editors

Jerusalem Post The newspapers’ editor-in-chiefs Avi Mayer, Richard Ferrer and Jodi Rudoren will discuss how their newsrooms are covering Israel’s war with Hamas in a joint broadcast event on Thursday, December 14. https://www.jpost.com/conferences/article-777470