The Director Behind the Scenes

Hashem’s control over what happens in the world means that our lives and fate (even in this world) are fully in His hands.

Q & A: Reciting Kaddish Properly (Part II)

Question: In the many shuls that I've attended, I observe that there are people who recite the Kaddish silently. Is this correct? I’ve also seen Kaddish recited by some at a cemetery without a minyan. Is there any reason to sanction this? Charles Rosen Via Email

How To Connect On Gimmel Tammuz

Today, many who criticized the Rebbe emulate the Rebbe and do the work of kiruv.

Clandestine Weapons For A New State

For the washing machine to conceal the noise and smell of the factory, it had to be in use 24 hours a day – which adds up to a lot of loads for a small kibbutz. Even the clothing had to do its share for the nascent State...

No More Strife

It would seem that this is an appropriate week to distance ourselves from Korach's path and put an end to all lingering controversy and strife.

The Value of Effective Communication – Parshat Ḥukat

Communicating the Jewish people's deepest aspirations can often serve to raise morale & strengthen Israel’s position on the battlefield.

Rebellious Ones

Korach and his group may be cynical, but they make good claims. Indeed, every member of the Jewish people is holy! Is that not so?

Disinheriting Disappointing Children

“Cheers to you all, welcome to my funeral.”

Humble Giant

It is the presence of humility that determines whether one merits leadership of the Jewish Nation; and, if one becomes arrogant after he assumes leadership, Hashem removes him from that position.

Hierarchy And Politics: The Never-Ending Story

Where there is hierarchy, there will be competition as to who is the alpha male.

Filling The Void: The Spiritual Joy Of Wasting Words (Part I)

We know the infinite value of time and the omni-significance of each of our lives, and yet, there is an immensely powerful human drive to do absolutely nothing.

TORAH SHORTS: Parshat Chukat: Mouth Shut Open

Remember, every time you open your mouth to talk, your mind walks out and parades up and down the words. -Edwin H. Stuart

Parashat Chukat: The Meaning of Life, Depression and The Red Heifer

Depression is one of the worst conditions a human being may suffer. There are several reasons for the occurrence of depression. One that is very...

Revitalizing Our Prayers – Part Thirteen

We add Ki sihilaseinu Attah – For You are our praise. Rab Yechezkel Abramsky, zt”l, zy”a, explains that we are clarifying that we understand our deliverance from sickness ultimately comes from Hashem. The doctor is only His agent.

Calling The Name Of Hashem

Shmuel overcome his baser nature and his worldly urges in order to fully devote himself to leading Israel in purity and doing the will of Hashem.

Swan Song

Remarkably, its shira is Hodu laHashem kir’u b’shemo – Praise Hashem, call out in His name. I don’t know of any other animal’s shira that seems more directly connected to the recitation of brachos.

The One And Only

In truth, the way I translated the first clause in Moses’ defense against Korach’s campaign actually follows the explanation of Rashi and Targum Onkelos, who explain the word echad as referring to one of the people, as in Moses did not even repossess a donkey from even one Jew.

How To Address Parents And Teachers

It is interesting to note that one is only truly required to address one's rav muvhak with a title while all other rabbis can theoretically be referred to by their first name.

Should one take sides in a family fight? If yes, under what circumstances?

It is very difficult to provide anything more than general guidelines regarding when one should take sides in a family fight.

The Power Of Ketoret

Am Yisrael accused Moshe of murdering Korach and his followers by instructing them to offer a Ketoret offering outside the Mishkan, knowing full well what the consequences of such an action would be.

Only Hashem Is In Charge

When Mrs. Rosner was done with her account of the saga, I told her, Mrs. Rosner, my food is really good. I want you to keep whatever you took and enjoy it in good health! Just remember to heat it up before Shabbos as everything tastes better when it’s warm!

Correcting A Price Mistake

I wanted to tell you, though, that I misread the price list. $28 was the line above, but this sefer is actually $31, so you owe another $3, said Yehuda. You can't change the price now, objected Shlomo. I already gave my cousin the sefer!

Daf Yomi

A Signature Dispute ‘Signing… for Tikkun Olam’ (Gittin 34b)

The Heart Of The Matter

What does it mean to have a good heart? It is common in the modern era to associate the heart with emotions, and contrast that with the mind, which represents thought.

Sanctified Accouterments

The Chasam Sofer explains that a Jew who learns Torah is likened to a Sefer Torah...

A Chief Rabbi And A Great Father Too

He would praise me even for grades that were not so good. He wanted me to feel good and successful even if I did not receive a hundred percent.

Equality – Parshat Koraḥ

Our equality doesn't result from being created identical but rather from the fact that we each have equally crucial functions and important roles to play as part of Israel's greater historic mission.

Parshat Korach and the ‘Just Not Bibi’ Protesters

Parshat Korach reminds us to remain vigilant against those who manipulate democratic ideals for personal gain.

Q & A: Kaddish Recited Properly (Part I)

Question: In the many shuls that I've attended, I observe that there are people who recite the Kaddish silently. Is this correct? I’ve also seen Kaddish recited by some at a cemetery without a minyan. Is there any reason to sanction this? Charles Rosen Via Email

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