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A Year in the Land
After high school, many Orthodox Jewish teens spend time studying Judaism in Israel. This period is referred to as “shana ba’aaretz” in hebrew. (“A year in the land.”) I spent August 2001 — July 2003 studying there. These are my reflections.
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A Year in the Land: Into the Intifada
A Year in the Land: Into the Intifada
After high school, many Orthodox Jewish teens spend time studying Judaism in Israel. This period is referred to as “shana ba’aaretz” in…
Etan Bednarsh
Jul 15, 2015
A Year in the Land: The Lighthouse
A Year in the Land: The Lighthouse
I was 18 years old in a foreign country tasked with making decisions for the rest of my life.
Etan Bednarsh
Apr 4, 2015
A Year in the Land: “My Cow! My Cow!”
A Year in the Land: “My Cow! My Cow!”
The parable I heard the most during my time in Israel actually spoke directly to my heart. In that moment, I had no idea.
Etan Bednarsh
Aug 5, 2015
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