Besamim (Havdalah spices)

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Besamim (Havdalah spices): (lit. "spices") Spices or other aromatic plant or fruit used during the Havdalah ceremony marking the close of Shabbat

	The Incense and Candle By Naftali Silberberg In the course of Havdalah we sniff at aromatic spices and gaze at a braided candle. What are the reasons for these practices, and how exactly are they done? Jewish Practice » Shabbat » Handbook » The Shabbat Basics » Havdalah and the Conclusion of Shabbat » The Incense and Candle
	6: Smell the Spices On Shabbat we each posses an "added soul." Now that this extra measure of vitality and spirituality departs from us, we rejuvenate ourselves by smelling spices -- smell being the most spiritual of the five senses. Recite the special blessing ... Jewish Practice » Shabbat » Wizards » Havdalah Wizard » 6: Smell the Spices
	The Kabbalah of Smell By Dovid Zaklikowski Prior to the birth of my oldest child, I actually found myself looking forward to this rite of parenthood, waiting to be introduced to diaper changing. At first it was not bad; not much of a challenge. More recently, however, as my son approaches his ... Spirituality » Essays » The Kabbalah of Smell
	Scents and Ascents Kabbalah teaches the significance of some customs of the Havdalah ceremony. By Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai; translation & commentary by Simcha-Shmuel Treister Kabbalah teaches the significance of some customs of the Havdalah ceremony. Kabbalah Online » Weekly Torah » Archives » Shemot - Exodus » Vayakhel » The Zohar » Scents and Ascents
	Why do we smell fragrant spices during the havdallah ceremony? By Naftali Silberberg At the conclusion of every Sabbath, during the havdallah ceremony, we sniff at aromatic herbs or spices (whole cloves are very popular). When the spiritual Sabbath leaves and another mundane work-week arrives, it is necessary to resuscitate ourselves by ... Jewish Practice » Shabbat » Handbook » Questions & Answers » Havdalah » Why do we smell fragrant spices during the havdallah ceremony?

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