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Preface to the Readings From Exodus: Remembering the Passover and Exodus
A good orientation to the book of Exodus and the religious significance of the Exodus of Moses and the people of Israel.
Other
Torah Tots: Chanukah
What do you know about the history of Chanukah? Use this informative site to learn more about this Jewish holiday.
Other
Old Testament History: Assyrian Dominance
This is a history of the Isrealites, but it is about "Assyrian dominance." It goes through each Isrealite king and describes his interactions with the Assyrians. It explains how the Assyrians gained control and dealt with rebellions....
Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Interfaith Activity in Israel
Discusses the region of Israel common to the histories of three world religions and the interfaith activities of these three in this region.
Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs: State of Israel
This site from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs describes the type and structure of the Israeli governmnet established in 1948. Links to each branch of the government are found on the orange menu bar.
Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Economy
This site from Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs will give you an introduction to the economy of Israel. Use the blue toolbar on the top of the screen to read in more detail about foriegn trade, the public sector, wages, industry, and...
Yale University
Provisional Govt. Of Israel Writes the President of u.s.
This May 15, 1948, letter announces the Israeli provisional government and asks the United States to recognize and accept the new state and its government.
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Peninsula Bible Church
Peninsula Bible Church: Now Hear This [Pdf]
An interpretation of Chapters 46 through 51 of the Book of the prophet Jeremiah from the Hebrew Scriptures.
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Akhlah.com: Question Words in Hebrew
Where? What? Who? When? Why? How? Use this site to learn how to say and write these words in Hebrew.
PBS
Pbs: Over a Barrel
This site focuses on the importance of the concentration of oil in the Middle East to world politics. Read the backgrounder by Charles Krause before reading this transcript of Online Newshour.
New York Times
New York Times: Interactive Graphic: Attacks, Day by Day
This resource presents an interactive map that shows the day by day attacks that have occurred in Lebanon, Israel, and the Gaza Strip. Ot provides information about each attack, when/where it occurred, and gives information about by how...
National Geographic Kids
National Geographic Kids: Israel
Click-through facts-and-photo file about Israel's geography, nature, history, people and culture, and government. Includes a map of the country that pinpoints its Middle East location.
Other
Word of Righteousness: Entering the Land of Promise
This site gives a long discussion about Joshua's account of the Israelites entering into their promised land.
Library of Congress
Loc: Country Study: Israel
An excellent source of information on Israel from The Library of Congress. Includes information on geography, society, economy, transportation, government and politics, and national security.
World Atlas
World Atlas: Israel
Features an overview of the history of Israel from 750 BC to modern times. By clicking on any tab above the maps you can learn about topics such as flags, geography, travel, and more.
Yad Vashem, The World Holocaust Remembrance Center
Yad Vashem: To Build and to Be Built
This online exhibit highlights Jewish people who survived the Holocaust and settled in Israel. Each one has made a unique contribution to the state of Israel and the world. Read short biographies of each along with pictures.
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Israel
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Israel. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. It includes...
Harry S. Truman Library and Museum
Recognition of the State of Israel: Collection
A large primary source collection from the Harry Truman Library; communications surrounding the establishment of the state of Israel.
Harry S. Truman Library and Museum
Harry S. Truman Library: The U. S. Recognizes Israel: Historical Background
Provides the background for why Britain finally turned Palestine over to the United Nations to solve the problem of an Israeli state. Click on hyperlink to access a timeline of events.
Harry S. Truman Library and Museum
The United States and the Recognition of Israel: A Chronology
A timeline showing actions and statements of the United States showing their aid in creating Israel.
Christian Classics Ethereal Library
Christian Classics: Book of Micah
This Christian Classics site is a short summary of the Book of the prophet Micah from the Hebrew Scriptures.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: Jewish Americans
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Jewish Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Israelis
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Israelis. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note: Content...