Parasha Mishpatim: Israel’s View of the World and of Itself
Judaism's moral law, intended to give meaning to life, is violated most when the weak are abused
Daf Yomi
Tethered To The Mother
‘If She Is Fit, Her Daughter Is Also Fit’
(Kesubbos 13b)
Q & A: Arabs Circumcise At 13 (Part XI)
Question: If Abraham was commanded to circumcise his descendants on the eighth day, why do Arabs – who claim to descend from Abraham through Yishmael – wait until their children are 13 to circumcise them? I am aware that this is a matter of little consequence to our people. Nevertheless, this inconsistency is one that piques my curiosity.
M. Goldman
(Via E-mail)
Forces Of The Upper World
Hashem placed this world at man’s disposal. In a real sense, man is the steward of Creation.
Finish The Job!
"I don't accept this," said Mr. Zummer. "I want you to finish! You're not allowed to just stop in the middle!"
Do Unto Others As…
Perhaps Hillel based his opinion on the original conversion that took place at Mount Sinai and described in Mishpatim.
Grateful For The Things That Can Be Fixed
It all started with the recent deluge of rain we here in Israel were privileged to have.
Too Guilty
The Ohr Hachayim rules that one may not manipulate the system; rather he must state his opinion as he see the ruling in the case; not as he would like the outcome of the verdict to become.
Looking At The Commandments Horizontally
A 3rd option: No demarcation between bein adam laMakom & bein adam lechaveiro; they're complementary
The Jewish Crisis (Part II)
Pirkei D’Rabbi Eliezer writes, before Messiah terror will come from Ishmael, widely identified Islam
Aleph Beta: Mishpatim: Did Our History Become Laws?
Be Forewarned: Rabbi Fohrman on our forefathers and foremothers forming the law.
Redeeming Relevance: Mishpatim
"Hamas" means "violent," via undue human pressure on a process not meant to be controlled by humans
Speaking To Beis Yaakov
Matan Torah is when, as Rashi puts it, Heavens and Heavens of Heavens came down to earth, when Hashem revealed himself “panim el panim, face to face” to forge an intimate connection with His chosen people, and through them the entire world.
Shabbos: A Day With Hashem It’s A Done Deal!
How is it possible to finish all my work in six days?
Daf Yomi
A Joy And A Blessing
‘Rejoicing All Seven Days’
(Kesubbos 4b)
Q & A: Arabs Circumcise At 13 (Part X)
Question: If Abraham was commanded to circumcise his descendants on the eighth day, why do Arabs – who claim to descend from Abraham through Yishmael – wait until their children are 13 to circumcise them? I am aware that this is a matter of little consequence to our people. Nevertheless, this inconsistency is one that piques my curiosity.
M. Goldman
(Via E-mail)
The ALS-Tefillin Challenge
After I put the tefillin away, the man said that he felt different, and that he had never felt that way before.
A Father’s Responsibilities
He suggests that the general admonition only dictates that a father may not actively enable his son to perform an aveirah.
The Universality Of Wisdom
By wisdom, we come to understand G-d via creation; By Torah we understand G-d through His revelation
Jewish History As A Vehicle Toward Belief
The truth is that a mitzvah may not be the result of belief but rather the means to come to believe.
Not Mine!
"That's what you're wondering?" laughed Mr. Rubin. "That ring is not mine at all. A relative gave me money to buy it for him."
The Many Voices Of Hashem
Halachah is not bound to one geographical location. It is obligatory all over the world.
Aleph Beta: Yitro: Seeing Ten Commandments In the Burning Bush
Connecting the Ten Commandments to the story of Moses and the Burning Bush.
The Neshamah And The Ape
He is fully aware that who he will be for eternity is in his hands.
What are YOU Doing About Shemita?
My absolute preference is supporting Jewish farmers! I invest effort&expense in Otzar Bet Din goods
Redeeming Relevance in the Weekly Parsha: Yitro
Shemot relates the transition from the story of one family-Yaakov’s-to the story of a nation-Israel
Parshas Beshalach: The Price Of A Whistle
People often think that all they are missing is "just a little more" and then they can be truly happy.
A Double-Edged Staff
The Midrash is teaching a fundamental message of what it means to be a religious person.