By COLlive reporter
As summer camps are learning about the Beis Hamikdosh during the three weeks, Tzivos Hashem Crafts Workshops is offering a paper model of the Beis HaMikdosh for the kids to assemble, free of charge.
The full color model is being developed in collaboration with Rabbi Yehuda Benchemhoun, author of the illustrated Messechet Midot, graphic designer Rabbi Mendy Browd and Rabbi Michoel Albukerk.
A preview of this model is being offered online to the public so that both the young and young at heart can learn and ‘build’ the Beis HaMikdosh.
There are many different Beis Hamikdosh models, all based on a variety of artistic, and sometimes halachic opinions. This detailed model however, is based only on halachic guidelines. According to Rabbi Benchemhoun the design of this model follows the Rambam’s description in Hilchos Beis HaBechirah and set to a scale of one millimeter to one cubit.
This project is part of the Tzivos Hashem Beis Hamikdosh Craft Workshop, which teaches children about Eretz Yisroel, the history of Har HaBayis and Yerushalayim, the special vessels of the Beis HaMikdosh, and the Temple incense.
The Rebbe urged Torah study in a way that leads to action, and in this way making every Jewish home into a mini-Beis Hamikdash where Hashem dwells. Since children learn best hands-on when they can see and feel what they are studying, using a model to learn about the Holy Temple leads to developing a personal connection to the actual Beis Hamikdosh.
Educators and parents everywhere are thrilled and excited by this activity. “We are so thrilled by the beautiful pictures of children building their own models coming in from all over the world,” says Rabbi Albukerk.
“The reason I think people are excited, is that here is something visual that kids can really grab a hold of and use to learn from even while it just sits in their living room or their bookshelf. Educators tell us that they love the Tzivos Hashem Crafts Workshops because there is always a “hands-on” dynamic component.”
For many junior Beis Hamikdosh builders, the model is a tool to spark interest in learning Hilchos Beis Habechira more in depth. Some amateur architects have even come up with original innovations like cutting open the tiny gates of the model, using foamcore to raise the temple courtyard and enlarging the model 150% to make a table top display model for learning classes at camp.
You will want to build your own miniature Beis Hamikdosh, so get ready. The model takes time to assemble with lots of cutting and folding. Bring scissors, quick-drying glue, patience and a passion for Arts n’ Crafts. Ideally, the model can be completed in several half hour sessions. Young children will need adult assistance. To get started, follow the instructions below.
For information about other projects of Tzivos Hashem Crafts Workshops and the Traveling Crafts of the Jewish People, visit Jewish Children.com.
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Print Assembly Instructions here
2. Download the Model here. Email your name (and the name of your school) to [email protected] and request a password to open the file. (In order to maintain the exclusivity of this project, the file is password protected.)
3. Print the model in color on 11×17 (ledger size) cardstock, (60-85 pound paper). (Y&B, Kinko’s, Staples or any print shop).
4. Tools:
Cut then fold each piece before gluing. You will need:
– Pairs of sharp scissors for detailing
– Tacky Glue or the like
– Counselors to help
5. Study the Beis HaMikdosh (download floor plan
6. Win: Children are eligible to win a free Tzivos Hashem Handbook by sending a photo (jpg) of their finished model to [email protected] for future publication.
7. OPTIONAL: Download an illustrated Study Booklet to learn the Mishnayos about the Beis Hamikdash.
Very nice!!!!!
BH
I did this project (the bigger ones I got from Rabbi Alberkurk) with a couple of students and friends and was a lot of fun and hard work. It was worth it!
Thank you!
thank you so much for this amazing learning experience,
the kids learned so much last year and were kept busy through the long afternoon of Tisha BeAv, they learned and we rested, what an amazing service you have done for so many people!
I think this could be a wonderful project to do with my sons, especially at this time of year. Additionally, I am teaching in a local day camp in Queens and I would like to do it with the group.
Tizku L’mitzvos!
Thank you so much. So excited to build this with our 6 year old
thank you very much
hatslocho for all your projects
Thank you very much! Looks fantastic!
I’m the head counselor at day camp and was actually looking for just this sort of idea when i saw it advertised. ‘ve been teaching my campers all about the bais hamikdosh for the last few weeks and wanted an interactive, 3D project to make it more visual and real to them. This would be perfect. Thank you for making something like this.
It’s a wonderful craft. Indeed, you kept the mitzva of limud mikdash in those days.
Tizku le mitzvot
David
Hi,
My son, Leibel wants to make the Beis Hamikdash.
He’s at the Shluchim Online School
Thank you,
Hi!
Thank you so much for making this available!
this is such a wonderful idea thank you.
Thank you for this amazing project!
Ohel Menachem, Riga, Latvia
I am a teacher at Kesser Torah College in Sydney, Australia. I just saw your model on COL and I thought that this would be the most amazing thing to do with my class on Tisha B’av (as we have a regular school day).
I can practice one on my own to show the class the final product before having them do it on Tisha B’av?
A groissen Yasher Koach and may this Tisha B’av already be turned into Yemey Simcha V’soson,
Thx. What a beautiful idea! And accessable to all!!
Thank you so much for making this available free on-line this is fantastic and look forward to doing it with my kids.
Thx. I didn’t do it yet, but I do have a suggestion, which I may forget to get back to you if I wait…
Perhaps a version that is black and white, with the possibility of kids coloring it themselves, May be nice too. First, not all people have access to a color printer, and also, many kids will like to color it, choosing their colors they prefer, especially girls.
I would be happy to let u know what my family thinks, when we try it out!!
Hi Chabadniks! You are something special. You are giving the Rebbe loads of nachas and I am sure that we will be zoche to Mosheach Now! I live in Israel, My name is Mrs. Brocha Weinberger, and I live in Givat Zev . I am the educational director for Shuvu, a kiruv org. I too do work with children and would love to have a password that I could pass on this great Idea to mothers that are stuck in the house now during the War. This would be a great chessed if I could help them out with keeping… Read more »
i wish i had little children to do this with!!! i urge all fathers to do this with their children! [mothers do enough!]
Beautiful, Moshiach now