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The largest and most comprehensive tobacco and cigar dictionary written in Hebrew. The dictionary is one of the parts of a book that will be published on the world of cigars in general. The dictionary was written by Gouri with the assistance of Arlene - the company's master blender in Nicaragua - out of a desire to bring all the knowledge and processes related to the world of tobacco and cigars to the general public. To make the information accessible and allow everyone to better know and understand the processes from the tobacco seed to the cigar's tip. We would be happy to receive comments and clarifications both in terms of textual and proofreading aspects and in terms of content.

Introduction — “Words in Smoke” Since the first man rolled a tobacco leaf around a small dream of silence, the cigar has occupied a unique place in human culture. It has accompanied kings on thrones, writers in front of blank paper, and the common man on an evening of thought. The cigar has become a symbol: of a moment to yourself, of freedom, of restrained pleasure, of quiet confidence, and of the company of people who gather together without having to say a word. The greatest writers, thinkers, and creators of all time have found in tobacco, and in the cigar in particular, a different language. A language that is not of words, but of breath. A language in which the fire speaks what is in the head, and the smoke reveals what the heart feels. In this chapter, I have collected the words that were truly spoken: sentences written while searching for a compromise between the material world and the spirit that seeks rest. Some praise the cigar as God’s gift to the weary, others criticize man’s desire for pleasure. All together they create a mosaic of thought, history, and breath. Because ultimately, a cigar is not just a product to smoke, it is an idea to roll, and a time to stop.

The article focuses on tutorials and tips for beginners in the world of smoking and explains what is important to focus on when entering the world of cigars.

The article offers a practical and simple way to understand the different methods of cutting a cigar, allowing the reader at any level to become an expert in this field.

The article explains the stains that appear on cigars and distinguishes between them and mold. The article explains the reasons for the formation of the stains and why they are not harmful to the taste of the cigar.

The article reviews the differences between mold and plum, how to avoid it, how to treat existing mold, and when it cannot be treated. The article offers practical solutions to implement to prevent or treat mold on the cigar or inside the humidor.

The article reviews the factors that influence cigar flavors as well as how we perceive cigar flavors on our tongue and through our sense of smell.

An article reviewing the effects of heat on cigars and how to deal with it.

The article reviews the tobacco beetle problem, including avoidance, identification, and actions to take if a beetle is discovered in a cigar.