Culture

Yemenite Jews kept one of the world's most distinctive Jewish traditions: ancient Hebrew pronunciation, the poetry of Rabbi Shalom Shabazi, fine silver filigree, and the henna ceremony before a wedding.

A Cultural Journey Through Time

For more than 2,000 years, Yemenite Jews preserved ancient Hebrew prayers, the poetry of Shalom Shabazi, fine silver filigree, and foods like jachnun and kubaneh. Today their traditions are woven into Israeli culture.

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Jachnun

Jachnun, a well-loved dish in Israel, is served on Shabbat morning with a hard boiled egg, fresh grated tomatoes, and skhug.

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Hawaij

Hawaij is a common spice used in many Yemenite recipes, specifically for barbequed foods, meat rubs, and soups. You can buy it in most Middle Eastern grocery stores or prepare it using proportions to meet your taste.

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