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The Citron as an Esrog for Sukkot: Origin and Types

The Citron as an Esrog for Sukkot: Origin and Types

Have you ever come across a unique fruit with a distinct shape and a captivating aroma, known as the…

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Breathtaking Stormy Cloudscapes: Vlieger, Turner, Constable

Clouds fascinate artists. Throughout history, we find captivating cloudscapes in art by famous paint…

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3 Different Types of Storm Clouds: the Artwork in the Sky

3 Different Types of Storm Clouds: the Artwork in the Sky

As nature’s most dramatic and awe-inspiring displays, storm clouds have the power to both terr…

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JMW Turner: A Pioneer of Abstract Painting

JMW Turner (1775-1851), an English artist, is widely recognized for his vibrant and realistic oil an…

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design and origin of the dreidel

Judaica in Art – The Design of Dreidels Through the Ages

One of the most iconic symbols of Chanukah is the dreidel, a spinning top with Hebrew letters on eac…

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Judaica in Art – The Origin of Wax Candles for Shabbat

Have you ever wondered about the origin of using wax candles for Shabbat observance? We don’t …

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