Jewish Yellow Pages
December 18, 2010
Shrewd Jerusalem entrepreneurs have hit upon an idea that is paying off sizable dividends: use a Jewish or Biblical sounding name and you will attract clients.
While this may good for Jerusalem’s economy, Israelis are left confused; many feeling lost like they are trapped in some sort of biblical space-time continuum.
Unholy Name Calling Batman!
We at FunnyAndJewish are offended by these Israeli businesses that continue to exploit Jewish Scriptures for their own commercial gain.
This trend must stop. It is an embarrassment to Warren Buffet (currently shopping the Middle-East for low-tech companies) and it is also offensive to the Jewish community (as if anyone cares about that).
If you don’t find the following disrespectful, there’s something wrong with you. There is absolutely nothing holy about this unholy sampling of ‘name’ offenders that caught our eye:
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A MAN AFTER HIS OWN HEART
Dr. Levi Hart, Cardiologist
Dr. Hart is doing so well, he just bought a second Cadillac. See why everyone in the community is living longer while helping him pay down his loans.
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APPLE OF THE EYE
Optometry
Where There Is No Vision, People Perish. (Proverbs 29:18)
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BONE OF MY BONES
Chiropractic Clinic
For Today’s ‘Stiff Necked People’.
Watch for our 2 new locations opening soon at the top and bottom of Massada.
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BY BREAD ALONE
Diet Workshops
Gluten and Wheat-Only Nutrition Specialists
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BY THE SWEAT OF YOUR BROW
Personal Fitness Instruction
Toiling ‘round the clock with nothing to showbut a big belly? Drop by and have a good, long shvitz. Our fitness instructors will make you look like a person again, guaranteed.
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EYE FOR AN EYE/TOOTH FOR A TOOTH
Facial Reconstructionists
One doctor works above the nose, the other below. You’ll never pay an arm and leg. Our fees are more than fair – they’re downright outrageous!
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FLOWING WITH MILK AND HONEY
Illiterate Butchers
(Not doing so well)
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I AM THAT I AM
The Popeye Channel
All Popeye, all the time.
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IT’S NOT GOOD FOR MAN TO BE ALONE
Kosher Matchmaking
30 Minutes Or Free. Love Your Neighbor as You Love Yourself – Halachically.
*Ask us about our Special Moabite Family Rates.
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LET MY PEOPLE GO
Immigration Lawyers
Last names no longer necessary. Conveniently located across the hall from Scapegoat L.L.B. Defense Attorneys.
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LET THERE BE LIGHT
Lamps and Lighting Accessories
To be a ‘Light onto the nations’ you must be able to see where you are going. Don’t put a stumbling block before the blind!
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MOUTHS OF BABES
Ladies Karaoke and Mikveh
2 for 1 ‘Sing & Swim’ special. Bring a friend & save. Complimentary heated towels. Offer expires Rosh Chodesh.
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MY BROTHER’S KEEPER
Personal/Home Security
Putting other people first is virtuous, but not when you’re a bodyguard.
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NOTHING NEW UNDER THE SUN
Copyrights and Patents
Invented something new?
Had an original thought lately?
Why not give us a call…
Or do you have a better idea?
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PILLARS OF FIRE
Wedding Gift Specialist
If you are carrying a torch for someone, say “I love you” with our appropriate gift selections.
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STRANGER IN A STRANGE LAND
Currency Exchange
City-wide money changers fulfilling all traditional European stereotypes.
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THE SCAPEGOAT
Insurance Claims Specialists
If you didn’t do it, we’ll find someone to blame.
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TO EVERYTHING THERE IS A SEASON
Landscaping & Lawn Care
From leaf collection to snow removal – We do it so your wife won’t have to.
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WINGS OF EAGLES
Israel’s Other Official Airline
Feel safe in the skies. It’s our landings we have problems with.
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YOU ARE DUST
Motivational Life Coaching
(Please: no psychiatric referrals)
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I loved reading this. I wanted to leave a note of support to you.
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Jerusalem Yellow Pages wins comedy writing gold. 😉
If only more people would read this!
Hey,good post and thanks 4 the laff.
You’re very funny and should seriously think about growing this site into a dominant authority in this field. Just an idea, good luck regardless!
Excellent writing. Keep it going.
you have a good sense of humour.
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I loved this article so much and I found it by accident! Glad I did. It’s hysterical!
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I love your writing style but especially this article. Yellow Pages Jerusalem really rocks! This is class A material my friend.
Hillarious post guys. This has to be one of the top Jewish Humor web sites out there. Keep up the great writing.
Dear FunnyAndJewish:
I can relate to some of the names that you describe in your satirical look at Biblical names. I too have been taken in at times. I also love your images because they always manage to capture the funny mood you try to convey.
I was searching on yahoo and came across your site and appreciate your diligent work. I just bookmarked Funny And Jewish. Thank you again.
This piece, the very funny Jewish Yellow Pages, should be submitted this to a contest for best blogs on the web. I too will suggest this web site!
Thanks for the note, now light a candle.