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Because the Torah is timeless. It’s for 1st graders. It’s for 12th graders. It’s for everyone in between and beyond.

Finding the signature of the Chida (or Chid”a, as it is an acronym), R. Haim Yosef David Azulai (1724 – 1806), is one of the pleasures in life that I am to repeat to infinity.

Taylor worked to save European Jews from the Holocaust and he interacted directly with the pope in this effort.

It was a full-circle moment because I had recently opened my yearbook from 12th grade and saw that for the section that guessed what everyone will be doing in 10 years, mine apparently said, comedian.

While a dictator may rule over or control many people, an absolute monarch possesses both unlimited power and a sense of being beholden to his kingdom.

My favorite part of school restarting is the sound of children davening filling the hallways. Each one different, their voices come together in unison.

Leaders should be reminded of their privilege and literally feel the weight of their responsibility, whether it entails actual power or (only) a mandate to exemplify grace and dedication to public service.

That moment was a personal Rosh Hashana for me. When I felt anxious or fearful, I was able to remember that crowning Hashem gives peace of mind.

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Hubby is quite fed up with taking so many pills, and is beginning to refuse. We are grinding up some, hiding them in pudding or applesauce if necessary, and omitting the non-critical ones as per doctor’s advice.

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Whether the platform diminishes your “what to wear” worries or alleviates your “help I have to make room in my closet!” dismay, the Gown Shadchan is sure to make the perfect match.

Today, we have a clear picture of the true function of Robinson’s Arch: it was part of a monumental staircase that connected a gate in the Temple Mount’s outer precincts with the Herodian Street far below.

Seeking mechila enables us to confront our past mistakes, paving the way for fewer errors in the future. It's an acknowledgment of our imperfections and a genuine desire for self-improvement.

It’s a two-step dance: the injurer needs to be able to humble themselves by admitting they were in the wrong and to ask for forgiveness. The injured party needs to consider whether the pain they feel is too great to let go, or whether carrying it around is poisoning them.

The pre-Yom Kippur mechila rush does no one any favors – but everyone who comments on this speaks from the perspective of those who ask for it.

As we travel the maze of life, sometimes gloomy and overwhelming, the inclusion of the yud, Hashem, brings faith and hope. It allows us to exit the darkness, as we are led to His light.

How do you forgive those who are chayav mita, deserving of death for murdering their victims’ future on so many levels, emotionally, physically, socially and financially?

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The problem is of course that because Violet is sweet and caring, he misinterprets her kindness as a romantic gesture. Being a caregiver is full of unexpected challenges. I notice that she now sits on a different sofa when keeping him company. Smart girl.

Everybody had a great time. The benefit for our members has been learning how to work as a team, learning how to support each other, how to speak in public and how to advocate for themselves.

He also gave thousands of dollars each to existing 23 Jewish congregations in 14 states – especially the Newport, RI synagogue, where he endowed the cemetery in which he was laid to rest, the final surviving member of the Touro family line.

I present here from my collection several of my favorite artistic depictions of this most sacred Jewish site.

It's not the time for individual recognition but to shed our persona and unite in one unified voice of prayer and teshuva.

Fun fact: I originally thought the word prompt said “kvittel,” and I wrote several versions of what the lifecycle of a kvittel is once it’s placed in the Kotel. I noticed my error and did teshuva really quick.

In Israel, on Yom Kippur, everyone – religious, traditional, secular – is wearing white. We all stand as equals.

When you remember the kittel has no pockets, as we can’t bring anything with us at death, the message is apparent: our most meaningful experiences in life have nothing to do with our possessions.

On all of the occasions that a kittel is worn it symbolizes beginning life again with a clean slate and with the commitment to continue pursuing a higher level of spirituality.

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