21 Questions
Who does the author consider a miracle for their willingness to risk their lives to protect their land and people?
The young men and women who serve in the Israeli army
Who does the author describe as a miracle for their resilience in studying in a synagogue attacked by terrorists?
The scholars and students of Torah
Who does the author commend for standing up against resurgent anti-Semitism and media distortions?
The Jews
What is the author expressing gratitude for on Hanukkah?
The miracles initiated by man
According to King David, what has man been made a little lower than?
Angels
Which two Jewish holidays are specifically mentioned in the text as commemorating miracles?
Hanukkah and Purim
What prayer do Jews recite on Hanukkah and Purim to give thanks for witnessing miracles?
Al Ha’nissim
Which holiday, despite being filled with miraculous events like the ten plagues and the splitting of the Red Sea, does not have a specific blessing focusing on miracles?
Passover
On which holiday did the children of Israel stand under the mountain of Sinai and marvelously see the words of God as they received the Ten Commandments?
Shavuot
What is the liturgical formulation that acknowledges miracles and is missing from Passover and Shavuot?
The blessing that focuses on miracles
Why does the author find it strange that holidays like Passover and Shavuot, filled with miraculous events, do not have a specific emphasis on miracles?
Passover and Shavuot lack the specific blessing that focuses on miracles despite the miraculous events in their stories.
What is the reason for recognizing the miracles of Hanukkah and Purim in a different manner than the biblical miracles?
Judaism makes a distinction between miracles performed by God and those resulting from super human efforts of mankind.
What is the significance of human miracles in Judaism?
Human miracles deserve awe and respect as they showcase people attaining spiritual heights and living up to their potential.
Why do holidays like Hanukkah and Purim focus on human achievements rather than solely divine interventions?
To highlight the potential of human beings to create real miracles through courage, faith, and wisdom.
In the story of Purim, why is God's name not mentioned even once?
Esther and Mordecai played pivotal roles to show that humans can be miracles themselves.
What does the Hebrew word 'nes' mean in relation to tests?
It means 'miracle' and is also linked to the word 'nisayon,' meaning test.
What kind of human qualities are highlighted as essential for creating miracles in the text?
Courage, faith, and wisdom are mentioned as essential qualities for human beings to achieve true miracles.
Who are described as modern-day Maccabees in the text?
The people of Israel are likened to modern Maccabees for enduring hardships while maintaining faith and commitment.
What is the role of heroes according to the text?
Heroes are considered miracles as they demonstrate the ability of humans to achieve the impossible.
Why are human miracles emphasized in Judaism alongside divine miracles?
Human miracles showcase mankind's ability to rise to challenges and attain spiritual greatness.
What does the text suggest about the nature of divine miracles compared to human miracles?
Divine miracles are seen as manifestations of God's power, while human miracles are a result of superhuman efforts.
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