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Our Shared Heritage of Seeking Justice

A staunch supporter of the Jewish state and Jewish people, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. saw Christians and Jews as people of faith who are duty-bound to join together.

Welcoming the New Year with Hope and Faith

I am excited for what lies ahead for us, encouraged by your faithful support, and blessed by God, who promises “to prosper you…to give you hope and a future.”

Holocaust Survivors Gathered at Western Wall for Hanukkah Candle Lighting

As many as 100 Holocaust survivors gathered at the Western Wall last week to light a Hanukkah candle and celebrate and express their faith, reports the Jerusalem Post.

Festivals (of Light) for Israel

Just as YOU stand for Israel this Hanukkah, so too did many people for 20 years of "Hanukkah Festivals for Israel" held at the historic Madison Square Garden.

Lighting a Candle in the Desert

While serving in Saudi Arabia during 1990's Operation Desert Storm, Jewish troops quietly kept their faith during Hanukkah.

At Hanukkah, Holocaust Survivors Keep Memories Alive

From New York to Moscow, Holocaust survivors are joining together in cities around the world to light the Hanukkah menorah, reports the Times of Israel.

Ocho Kandelas Para Mi

"Ocho Kandelikas" is a festive Hanukkah song in the language of Ladino, the Spanish equivalent of Yiddish.

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8 Festive Sights for the Festival of Lights

As the Jewish people prepare to celebrate Hanukkah, here are eight things to know

Photo Friday: It Was Winter

During World War I, many of Germany's soldiers were Jewish, as seen in this photo from Hanukkah, 1916.

May the Father of All Mercies Scatter Light

Much like the early Americans who won freedom from England, the Maccabees defeated a favored foe in the story celebrated on Hanukkah.

Celebrating Light, Vanquishing Darkness

I am grateful for this season of light and miracles in which we share God’s light of love, hope, and healing. And I am grateful for you, who allow us to bring His light to so many who struggle in the dark.

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Thanksgiving Blessings from Stand for Israel

November 27, 2019 | Holidays | Israel | Stand for Israel | Thanksgiving

Stand for Israel is suspending activity November 28-December 1 for Thanksgiving. We'll be back on Monday, December 2 — and rest assured, if any critically important developments related to Israel come up over the weekend, we'll be here to let you know about them. We wish all of you a wonderful time with loved ones, and thank you for standing for Israel!