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The Tosfos Yomtov was convinced that the death of 300,000 –600,000 Jews during the Chmielnicki massacres of 1648-49 were because of improper Tefila. Communicated: Tefilla

Chillul Tefila Bifarhesia, as well as halachicly challenged verbiage and dress, are external manifestations of a critical lack of personal yiras shomayim which has lethal consequences.



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‘Sovev, Sovev’ – Round And Round We Go


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Every year on Sukkot we read Kohelet – not to depress us but rather to inspire us not to get swallowed up in the whirlwind of life and to remain focused on the idea that “The sum of the matter, when all has been considered: Fear God and keep his commandments, for that is the whole purpose of man.”

After all, if we were acutely aware that our time in this world is finite, how much more meaningful would our days be?

Shira Gabriela (Saltzman) creates one-of-a-kind prestige custom Jewish artwork such as ketubot, illuminated manuscripts, handmade papercuts, and family trees. Her work can be viewed at shiragabriela.com. Shira has also taught Tanach for over a decade in Israel and the United States.

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About the Author: Shira Gabriela (Saltzman) creates one-of-a-kind prestige custom Jewish artwork such as ketubot, illuminated manuscripts, handmade papercuts, and family trees. Her work can be viewed at shiragabriela.com. Shira has also taught Tanach for over a decade in Israel and the United States


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