Yearly Archives: 2015
It’s My Opinion: Someone Is Watching
A core Jewish belief, as Rabbi Steven Pruzansky writes about in the front-page essay of this week’s Jewish Press, is that there is an all-seeing eye above who views and records all.
A Creative Orphanage Director Before His Tragic End
Indeed, these interviews make enriching readings for professional educators and parents
Aleph Beta: Shmot: Every Saga Has A Beginning – Meeting Moses
Who was Moses become he became MOSES?!
Report: AG Weinstein Violated Supreme Court Ruling, Gave Direct Approval to Torture
Weinstein's alleged approval violated the torture protocol established by Justice Elyakim Rubinstein, after the High Court banned the use of these methods in 1999.
Torah Academy Of Boca Raton Celebrates Chanukah, Jewish Education
It was a celebration not only of Chanukah but of Jewish music and the power of Jewish education as well. Torah Academy of Boca...
Rabbi Meir Kahane: A Man Who Never Gave Up
Perhaps his most impressive trait – one I did not fully appreciate before reading Mrs. Kahane’s work – is the tirelessness with which he worked for his goals.
The Life Of Rav Shimon Schwab (Part II)
To further improve his English, my father would listen carefully to President Roosevelt's speeches on the radio to pick up the nuances of well-spoken English pronunciation.
OU, NCSY Hold Youth Directors Conference In Boca Raton
The event was presented by the Orthodox Union Department of Synagogue and Community Services of the Southeast Region and Southern NCSY.
Huge Fire Consuming Downtown Dubai Hotel
The Address is one of the tallest, flashiest skyscrapers in a city packed with flashy, tall architecture.
Daf Yomi
Painting Tefillin Straps Black
‘He May Go Over The Letters With A Pen’
(Gittin 20a)
Q & A: Amen (Part II)
What is the exact meaning of “amen” and where does the word come from?
David H.
(Via E-Mail)
Is Being “Politically Correct” a Biblical Value? [audio]
There is an emerging code in the modern world which seeks to control and dictate the words we use and the ideas we share.
The Difference Between Emunah And Bitachon
Pharaoh had no problem with emunah, but he sure didn’t trust in Hashem – he rebelled. He had emunah, but no bitachon.
Counterclaim
Mr. Shapiro summoned Benny to a din Torah before Rabbi Dayan, demanding immediate payment of the bill.
Nursing From A Non-Jewish Woman
Refraining from nursing from a non-Jewish woman is merely going beyond the letter of the law.
Turning Curses Into Blessings
Jewish history isn't just Jews enduring catastrophes but renewing themselves after every disaster
Terror Attacks by Israeli Arabs Thwarted In Eilat and Jaljulia
Both are suspected of conspiring to aid the enemy in wartime for reportedly planning to bomb a hotel in Israel’s southernmost city of Eilat.
Love Transcends All Boundaries
As he was leading the kehillah, he heard a voice in his ear instructing him “to take care of my daughter.”
On Eve of 2016 Israel Boasts Population of 8.5 Million
During the year an estimated 176,700 babies were born, 74% Jewish, 23% Arab and 4.4% “other.”
The Get By Proxy
If the husband cannot find an agent who agrees to travel with the Get to where the wife resides, the husband may appoint an agent who resides where the wife lives.
Court Releases Another Duma Suspect
The detainee's release is added to a list of now 4 releases in the Duma affair.
The “Inspired by Israel” Video Contest
First Prize is $7500.
US to Punish Iran with New Sanctions over Missile Tests
The Iranians say they will respond to any "US interventionist action against the Islamic Republic's defense program."
Snow Falling on Mount Hermon, Winter Storm Starting in North
Snow has begun to fall on Mount Hermon; rain, wind and flash floods are forecast elsewhere in Israel.
Roman Aqueduct Excavated in Arava Region
The discovery reinforces the theory that agriculture in the Arava goes back thousands of years.
Israel Police to Wear Body Cams in 2016, Follows US Policy
Israel Police will begin to wear body cameras in 2016, similar to those worn by U.S. police, for similar reasons.