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David Ben-Gurion (left), Ze’ev Scherf (standing), Peretz Bernstein (center) signing Israel’s Declaration of Independence, A. Rivkind, Moshe Sharett (right). Black and white photo taken May 14, 1948 by Frank Scherschel, public domain, via Wikimedia Commons. Colorized.

Abstract fractal vortex design in jewel colors with turquoise, red, yellow, and blue accents. AI generated inspiration for your creativity and new ideas…totally!

Poster on behalf of the Haganah organization. “It All Depends on You.” Published in 1947 by the Haganah. Designed by Ismar David. Public domain, via PPPA.

“Reading, Writing, GPT-5, Arithmetic.” Show your quirky sense of humor. and let everyone know you’re on board for a time when the “three Rs” will be replaced by “two Rs and GPT-5.”

Poster promoting the First Maccabiah (Maccabee Games) held in Tel Aviv, Eretz Israel, 28 March - 6 April, 1932. 390 athletes from 27 countries participated. 20,000 spectators were at the opening ceremony. There were competitions in 16 sports. Published by Maccabi World Union. Public domain, via PPPA.

“Senior Software Developer. I look over the shoulder of my teammate, the autonomous AI software engineer. Wait, does it have shoulders?” Let everyone know you supervise a generative AI-powered coding engineer, and you have a quirky sense of humor.

“Calling a problem an issue does not make it less problematic.” Problem solving works better with a bit of reality therapy and a sharper focus. Let everyone know you are ready to be a “solver.”

“Your laundry will be as white as snow. Kesem” (Hebrew.) 1938 advertising poster for Kesem Washing Powder, produced by the Shemen Edible Oil Factory, Haifa, Israel. A. L. Monsohn Lithographic Press, Jerusalem. Designed by Franz Krausz. His wife, Annie Krausz, was the model for the poster. Public domain.

“The Pioneer” (Hebrew.) Graphic illustration for a poster or magazine cover promoting settlement in the Land of Israel, 1935. Designed by Steven Ir-Sahi. Public domain, via PPPA.

“Adloyada, 1933, Tel Aviv” (Hebrew.) Advertising poster for Adloyada (“until one doesn’t know”) Purim parade in Tel-Aviv, Israel, 1933. Strod Publishing, Tel Aviv. Original concept by Avraham Aldema. Public domain.

Abstract circular fractal design in black and white with red, yellow, green, blue, and turquoise accents. Inspiration for your creativity and new ideas…totally!

Female volunteers taking a bus driver course in Tel Aviv, Israel, to relieve the shortage of male drivers serving in World War II. British Leyland Motors Ltd. double decker bus, circa 1937. Black and white photo taken 17 October, 1940 by Zoltan Kluger, public domain, via Wikimedia Commons. Colorized.

“Youth for Settlement Strongholds. Keren Hayesod Jewish Youth Project.” (Hebrew, “HaNo’ar LeMa’an Yishuvey Mishlat, Keren Hayesod, the Jewish Youth Project.”) Circa 1946, published by Moriah Press, Jerusalem. Designed by Zvi Berger. Public domain, via PPPA.

“Youth for Settlement Strongholds. Keren Hayesod Jewish Youth Project.” Circa 1946, published by Moriah Press, Jerusalem. Designed by Zvi Berger. Public domain, via PPPA.

Mordechai Aloni, a member of Kibbutz Gan Shmuel, in the uniform of the British Army Jewish Settlements Police (Haganah,) guarding members working in a field. Black and white photo taken 11 June 1938 by Zoltan Kluger, public domain, via Wikimedia Commons. Colorized.

Seamless monochrome pattern in black and white.

“He [Hillel] would also say: if I am not for myself, who is for me? And if I am only for myself, what am I? And if not now, when? Ethics of the Fathers 1:14.” Hillel the Elder taught this lesson in Pirkei Avot (Ethics of the Fathers.)

“Anyone whose deeds exceed his wisdom, his wisdom will endure, but anyone whose wisdom exceeds his good deeds, his wisdom will not endure. Ethics of the Fathers 3:12.” Rabbi Hanina ben Dosa taught this lesson in Pirkei Avot (Ethics of the Fathers.)

“The world endures by virtue of three things: justice, truth, and peace. Ethics of the Fathers 1:18.” Express your support for these universal words of wisdom. Rabban Shimon ben Gamliel taught this timeless lesson in Pirkei Avot (Ethics of the Fathers.)

“Say little and do much and receive every person with a cheerful countenance. Ethics of the Fathers 1:15.” Express your support for these universal words of wisdom. Shammai taught this timeless ethical maxim in Pirkei Avot (Ethics of the Fathers.)

“…in those days at this time. 161 BCE Maccabbees, Israel 5708-1948. In prayer–In war.” To celebrate Hanukkah in Israel, 1948. Published in the USA by Home of the Sages of Israel, designed by Mitchell Loeb. Public domain, via PPPA.

“We have already been housed, now we will house them. Buy the immigrant housing loan bond immediately.” (Hebrew.) Circa 1949, published by Amidar, the National Society for Housing Immigrants in Israel. Designed by Gerd Rothschild. Public domain, via PPPA.

“I am reimagining my relationship with STRESS.” Let everyone know you’re working on “getting a grip.” A bit of humor can be very helpful.

“I am reimagining my relationship with STRESS.” Let everyone know you’re working on “getting a grip.” A bit of humor can be very helpful.

Abstract interpretation of “Hate evil and LOVE GOOD and establish JUSTICE in the gate. Amos 5:15.” Express your support for these universal words of wisdom.

“Some days I’m okay…and SOME DAZE I’M KNOT.” Fearlessly express where you are holding and show your quirky sense of humor. Maybe a nice self-care conversation will follow.

“Israel, 1946.” Vintage travel poster of a town and a large sabra cactus. Designed by Steven Ir-Sahi. Public domain, via PPPA.

Seamless monochrome pattern with diamonds in ovals. Black and white.

Seamless pattern with diamonds, squares, and ovals. Jewel colors - magenta, purple, and orange, on a black background.

Seamless monochrome pattern with diamonds in circles. Black and white.

Seamless kaleidoscope pattern with triangles. Magenta, blue, and black with bright orange accents. The kaleidoscope was invented in 1816.

“Dare to be Different.” Pattern art interpretation of an imaginary flower. Magenta, orange, blue, and green. Let everyone know you embrace your individuality and unique essence.

Seamless monochrome pattern in black and white.

Generative art interpretation of peace on Earth. Colorful abstract swirling spiral fractal design. Inspiration for your creativity and new ideas. Imagery for a better tomorrow.

“Rebuilding the Land of Israel: A Haven for the Jewish Wanderer, a Homestead for the Jewish Pioneer.” Book published in New York, 1927. Cover designed by Weinberg Studio. Public domain, via PPPA.

Seamless kaleidoscope pattern with circles and triangles. Magenta, blue, and gold on a black background. The kaleidoscope was invented in 1816.