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How 138 Chicagoans Built a Village in the Desert
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How 138 Chicagoans Built a Village in the Desert

VOP Heritage Committee

15 December 2025

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Authors are also Architects: Crafting Enduring Legacies
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Toveet Israel16 February 2026

Authors are also Architects: Crafting Enduring Legacies

Our authors are more than storytellers, historians, poets, journalists, essayists, etc. They are super heroes, Transformers, that cultivate the written word into tools that revolutionize, liberate,...

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Love and Appreciation: Essential for Building A Strong Social Model
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Yahav Ben Sar Ahmadiel9 February 2026

Love and Appreciation: Essential for Building A Strong Social Model

When love and appreciation are an essential part of lifestyle, it unites communities— building social models, bridging generations, overcoming challenges, and enduring through time.

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Building Yourself to Serve
Lifestyle
Sgan Yahgdeer28 January 2026

Building Yourself to Serve

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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Make Gratitude Part of Your Daily Culture
Lifestyle
Sgan Yahgdeer30 November 2025

Make Gratitude Part of Your Daily Culture

When you’re expressing gratitude, you’re shifting your mood and thinking to a positive place. Being intentional about recognizing something or someone that truly has done something positive OR taking...

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The Science Behind 60 Years of Plant-Based Living
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Ministry of Health28 November 2025

The Science Behind 60 Years of Plant-Based Living

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From the Garden to the Table: Organic Agriculture in the Desert
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Agricultural Division20 October 2025

From the Garden to the Table: Organic Agriculture in the Desert

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Teva Deli: From Community Kitchen to National Brand
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VOP Media Team15 September 2025

Teva Deli: From Community Kitchen to National Brand

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Celebrating 60 Years: Milestones That Shaped Our Community
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VOP Heritage Committee10 August 2025

Celebrating 60 Years: Milestones That Shaped Our Community

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A Healthy Community Helps Make a Healthy You
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Sgan Yahgdeer6 August 2025

A Healthy Community Helps Make a Healthy You

Our approach to "Community" emphasizes the importance of cultivating meaningful connections that nurture both individual growth and collective harmony.

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VOP Businesses Around the World: A Global Community
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VOP Media Team22 July 2025

VOP Businesses Around the World: A Global Community

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Raising Children Plant-Based: Three Generations of Proof
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Ministry of Health18 June 2025

Raising Children Plant-Based: Three Generations of Proof

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The Restoration Village Model: A Successful Blueprint for Rebuilding Communities:
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Yahav Ben Sar Ahmadiel5 June 2025

The Restoration Village Model: A Successful Blueprint for Rebuilding Communities:

At its core, the Restoration Village embodies a return to foundational values of harmony with nature, social justice, and spiritual alignment. The concept Is deeply intertwined with the creation of...

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Denied but Determined: Building Health and Wholeness in the Desert
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Sgan Yahgdeer20 May 2025

Denied but Determined: Building Health and Wholeness in the Desert

Determined, we knew we had to unify to not only survive but thrive, to intentionally craft lives that represented dignity, health, peace, truth, and prosperity.

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5 Key Lessons From the Life-Changing Journey of Liberation and Identity: The Village of Peace Dimona
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Village of Peace13 May 2025

5 Key Lessons From the Life-Changing Journey of Liberation and Identity: The Village of Peace Dimona

Discover 5 key lessons from the life-changing journey of liberation and identity experienced by the Village of Peace in Dimona during the Civil Rights Movement.

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Music, Dance, and Identity: Culture as Community Glue
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VOP Cultural Committee10 May 2025

Music, Dance, and Identity: Culture as Community Glue

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50+ Years of Mastering the Art of Living: The Journey of a New World
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Yahav Ben Sar Ahmadiel6 May 2025

50+ Years of Mastering the Art of Living: The Journey of a New World

As we reflect on these 50+ years, let us honor the sacrifice, the vision, and the faith that gave birth to this New World. Let us learn, share, and embody these timeless principles in our own lives,...

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The Community Microbiome: How Shared Environments Shape Collective Health
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Village of Peace25 March 2025

The Community Microbiome: How Shared Environments Shape Collective Health

Discover how shared microbiomes connect individuals through built environments, food systems, and cultural practices, shaping collective health outcomes. Learn about microbial clouds, built...

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Discover The Umami Flavor and Its Benefits
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Sgan Yahgdeer26 February 2025

Discover The Umami Flavor and Its Benefits

Umami is not new. But have you ever experienced before? Discover the Umami flavor and its benefits; an extra dimension or “deliciousness,” .

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The Multi-Layered Intelligence of the Human Body and the Power of a Plant-Based Gut Microbiome
Health
Village of Peace24 February 2025

The Multi-Layered Intelligence of the Human Body and the Power of a Plant-Based Gut Microbiome

The Fifth Brain represents a groundbreaking understanding of how soil health, gut microbiomes, and human consciousness are interconnected. This sophisticated neural network reveals that our...

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EXCLUSIVE MARKETPLACE PARTNER SPOTLIGHT: Rid-All Green Partnership
Business
Village of Peace21 February 2025

EXCLUSIVE MARKETPLACE PARTNER SPOTLIGHT: Rid-All Green Partnership

White presented on the history and mission of Rid-All Green Partnership. What started as a 1.33 acre farm, and included the cleaning up of an illegal dumping ground, has grown into 18 acres with a...

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From the Earth We Came: Linking Ancient Wisdom, Science, and Soil Health
Health
Village of Peace17 February 2025

From the Earth We Came: Linking Ancient Wisdom, Science, and Soil Health

Discover the deep connection between soil health, gut microbiomes, and human well-being. Learn how regenerative agriculture and ancient wisdom guide sustainable living.

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DISCOVER VEGAN VARIETY
Plant-Based
Sgan Yahgdeer1 February 2025

DISCOVER VEGAN VARIETY

Discover Vegan Variety as you embrace a plant-based lifestyle

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Nutrient-Dense Plants You can Easily Enjoy
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Village of Peace Editorial Team30 January 2025

Nutrient-Dense Plants You can Easily Enjoy

Getting acquainted with nutrient-dense plants that give you life is essential in your quest to adopt a plant-based lifestyle. With an abundance of plants available, your plant-based journey can be...

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Grilled Tofu with Asian-Inspired Marinade: A Plant-Based Protein Powerhouse
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Village of Peace23 January 2025

Grilled Tofu with Asian-Inspired Marinade: A Plant-Based Protein Powerhouse

Discover a delicious grilled tofu recipe with an Asian-inspired marinade. Perfect for plant-based diets, this dish offers protein-rich, nutritious, and flavourful benefits.

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A Fresh and Sacred Bowl of Abundance: Middle Eastern (North East African) Chickpea Salad
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Village of Peace13 January 2025

A Fresh and Sacred Bowl of Abundance: Middle Eastern (North East African) Chickpea Salad

Chickpeas are more than just a source of protein – they represent abundance and sustenance in many cultures. Their round shape symbolises completeness and unity. Combined with fresh, life-giving...

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How to Keep Food Working in Your Favor
Plant-Based
Sgan Yahgdeer5 January 2025

How to Keep Food Working in Your Favor

Ultimately food is designed to serve your body, as well as your spirit. But it’s become much more than that, and the struggles you can have with it, largely due to the expanded definition of ‘food”...

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Mindfulness: Tips for Staying Balanced During Celebratory Seasons
Lifestyle
Yahav Ben Sar Ahmadiel23 December 2024

Mindfulness: Tips for Staying Balanced During Celebratory Seasons

In a world that often encourages excess—whether in spending, eating, or rushing through the days—it’s essential to ground ourselves in practices that support health, balance, and peace. We invite you...

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Asian-Inspired Vegetable Stir-Fry: A Rainbow of Nutrients
Recipes
Village of Peace16 December 2024

Asian-Inspired Vegetable Stir-Fry: A Rainbow of Nutrients

Enjoy a quick and nutritious vegetable stir-fry recipe with tofu, ginger, and garlic. This Asian-inspired dish offers a vibrant blend of colours and plant-based nutrients.

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The Transformative Power of Nature: Finding Wholeness Through Environmental Connection
Health
Village of Peace11 December 2024

The Transformative Power of Nature: Finding Wholeness Through Environmental Connection

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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Middle Eastern Mujadara: A Sacred Blend of Lentils and Rice
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Village of Peace2 December 2024

Middle Eastern Mujadara: A Sacred Blend of Lentils and Rice

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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The Quiet Revolution: How Plant-Based Living Is Transforming Lives and Our World
Health
Village of Peace27 November 2024

The Quiet Revolution: How Plant-Based Living Is Transforming Lives and Our World

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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Village of Peace Dimona: Weaving Tradition, Wisdom, and Sustainability
Sustainability
Village of Peace25 September 2024

Village of Peace Dimona: Weaving Tradition, Wisdom, and Sustainability

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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Umami-Rich Chickpea ‘Sea’ Salad with Wakame: A Versatile Plant-Based Delight
Recipes
Village of Peace13 September 2024

Umami-Rich Chickpea ‘Sea’ Salad with Wakame: A Versatile Plant-Based Delight

Experience the taste of the ocean with this Umami-Rich Chickpea ‘Sea’ Salad! This recipe transforms chickpeas into a creamy, savoury dish that has a seafood-like flavour while remaining completely...

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Eco-Harmony: Mastering the Art of Sustainable Living
Health
Village of Peace11 September 2024

Eco-Harmony: Mastering the Art of Sustainable Living

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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Tips for Family Bonding During the School Season
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Sgan Yahgdeer29 August 2024

Tips for Family Bonding During the School Season

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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Youth, Culture, Excitement
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Toveet Israel7 August 2024

Youth, Culture, Excitement

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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Your Many Options for Healthy Hydration
Health
Sgan Yahgdeer16 July 2024

Your Many Options for Healthy Hydration

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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Meaningful Celebrations in the Village of Peace Dimona
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Village of Peace Editorial Team28 June 2024

Meaningful Celebrations in the Village of Peace Dimona

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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New World Passover 50th Anniversary
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Village of Peace Editorial Team7 June 2024

New World Passover 50th Anniversary

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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Your Mental Health Checklist
Health
Sgan Yahgdeer28 May 2024

Your Mental Health Checklist

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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Try Massage Therapy. Your Body Will Thank You
Health
Sgan Yahgdeer6 April 2024

Try Massage Therapy. Your Body Will Thank You

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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One Easy Way to Improve Your Health
Health
Sgan Yahgdeer8 February 2024

One Easy Way to Improve Your Health

Maintaining a healthy smile brings a sense of confidence and well-being and can even improve your health!

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Connecting with Herbs in our Environment
Health
Toveet Israel24 January 2024

Connecting with Herbs in our Environment

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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Relationships Part 2: Your Truth Talk
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Sgan Yahgdeer4 January 2024

Relationships Part 2: Your Truth Talk

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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Mastering Parenthood
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Toveet Israel13 December 2023

Mastering Parenthood

As with all aspects of life that are greatly valued, there is an art to parenting. Mastering parenthood has its challenges, especially in today’s world where children are influenced by over-exposure...

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Change – Master It and Let It Grow You
Community
Sgan Yahgdeer9 November 2023

Change – Master It and Let It Grow You

Change can bring greater clarity of vision, and greater commitment to one’s purpose in living a healthful, helpful, and holistic life.

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5 Practical Ways to Bring Peace into Your Life
Lifestyle
Village of Peace Editorial Team18 March 2023

5 Practical Ways to Bring Peace into Your Life

Explore practical ways to bring peace into your life with our comprehensive guide. Discover 5 strategies for cultivating enduring peace and well-being today.

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How to Push Past Distractions to Think and Thrive
Health
Village of Peace Editorial Team9 February 2023

How to Push Past Distractions to Think and Thrive

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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How to Enjoy Continual Rejuvenation in Your Life
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Village of Peace Editorial Team10 December 2022

How to Enjoy Continual Rejuvenation in Your Life

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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5 Tips To Help You Activate Positive Change in Your Life
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Village of Peace Editorial Team15 November 2022

5 Tips To Help You Activate Positive Change in Your Life

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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It Pays To Know
Health
Village of Peace Editorial Team29 September 2022

It Pays To Know

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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How Did You Learn to Live
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Village of Peace Editorial Team12 September 2022

How Did You Learn to Live

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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How to Refresh Your Life and Health
Health
Village of Peace Editorial Team30 August 2022

How to Refresh Your Life and Health

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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Envision Your Life’s Success and Achieve It
Lifestyle
Village of Peace Editorial Team11 August 2022

Envision Your Life’s Success and Achieve It

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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Seeing Your Reflection
Community
Village of Peace Editorial Team27 July 2022

Seeing Your Reflection

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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How to Rejuvenate Your Life
Health
Village of Peace Editorial Team7 July 2022

How to Rejuvenate Your Life

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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Create An Environment For Life
Sustainability
Village of Peace Editorial Team13 June 2022

Create An Environment For Life

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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How the Village of Peace Benefits You
Health
Village of Peace Editorial Team2 June 2022

How the Village of Peace Benefits You

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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How To Improve Your Health and Strengthen Your Children’s Survival Skills
Health
Village of Peace Editorial Team5 May 2022

How To Improve Your Health and Strengthen Your Children’s Survival Skills

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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A Simple Way to Heal and Thrive
Health
Village of Peace21 April 2022

A Simple Way to Heal and Thrive

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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The Village of Peace – Link to Free Lifestyle Guide
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Village of Peace21 September 2021

The Village of Peace – Link to Free Lifestyle Guide

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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Teaching Sustainability
Health
Village of Peace30 September 2020

Teaching Sustainability

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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Each One – Teach One: Developing and Guiding Young Minds
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Village of Peace30 September 2020

Each One – Teach One: Developing and Guiding Young Minds

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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A Green Neighborhood
Sustainability
Village of Peace30 September 2020

A Green Neighborhood

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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Visionary Enterprises
Health
Village of Peace30 September 2020

Visionary Enterprises

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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Solar Energy Platforms
Sustainability
Village of Peace30 September 2020

Solar Energy Platforms

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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We are Growing
Health
Village of Peace30 September 2020

We are Growing

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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The New Village of Peace Building Project
Health
Village of Peace30 September 2020

The New Village of Peace Building Project

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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Organic Agriculture
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Village of Peace6 September 2020

Organic Agriculture

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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Beautiful Healthy Clothing
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Village of Peace6 September 2020

Beautiful Healthy Clothing

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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Health and Nutrition
Health
Village of Peace6 September 2020

Health and Nutrition

More than just a meal, Mujadara embodies the wisdom of ancient food traditions, combining humble ingredients to create a dish that’s both nourishing and

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