Dr. Aaron Friedenwald: 19th Century Orthodox Physician (Part II)
He wrote a strong defense of shechitah in which he maintained that the Jewish method of slaughter had a humanitarian influence on the Jewish people.
Poetry Slam
The poetry slam required entrants to compose original poetry with powerful imagery and energetic rhythm bringing their poems to life – making it palpable to the audience.
A Life Of Music
“I was so inspired by the beautiful lessons I learned and by the holiness around me that I just couldn't stop writing songs!” she says.
It’s No Secret: Kosher Restaurant Cookbook: A Foodie Favorite
“People who never buy cookbooks are getting this one,” said Victoria. “They read it cover to cover and find it so interesting.”
While The Rabbi Slept
Every moment was a gift. I held each one, savoring.
Auschwitz
We arrived in Auschwitz on Thursday, January 30, 2014. My seminary was taking us to see where the prisoners were kept. When we got...
We Created A Museum!
From the moment Israel was declared a Jewish state, it has been the subject of controversy and struggle.
Green With Money
Now that Pesach is over, we return you to your regularly-scheduled pressing questions:
Dear Mordechai,
Can I use a nose hair trimmer during Sefirah?
Harry...
In Full Swing
It goes without saying that when it comes to your kids, safety is always your number one priority.
Dr. Aaron Friedenwald: 19th Century Orthodox Physician (Part I)
This was a most unusual step to take in those days, given the difficulties of travel to Europe. Nonetheless, on May 1, 1860 he sailed from New York on the steamship Hammonia.
A New School For A New Life
David looked up. “Hatzlacha, Dina,” he smiled. “I hope everything goes well.”
Pesach In A Jiffy
First, sit down with your helpers and a pen and paper and break the jobs down into small parts.
Joy Of Kosher And Kitchen Surfing: Eating Out, In Your Own Home
Kitchen surfing is a unique concept that brings professional chefs to your home to prepare a meal in your own kitchen.
Reign Of Silence
There’s so much he could do
Resources are not few
He refuses to end all
His SILENCE.
Get Smart!
Playing a musical instrument can help build faith in yourself as you observe yourself do something splendidly.
Will Latin Seize The Day?
The task of studying Latin may not be a worthy endeavor to most of the population, but for those who plan on going into medicine or law it may not be such a bad idea.
Chopped Liver
So generally, I dance for a few minutes and then stand off to the side with all the other people who don’t dance and feel like they have to make conversation, even though that’s when the music is the loudest.
All That Glitters…
The Readers Digest lists several unconventional jewelry cleaning techniques, and while I have yet to try any of them, they do sound interesting.
Jewish Outreach At Yale University
JLIC campus couples serve as tremendous role models for Jewish students on campus...
The New Shidduch Crisis: Divorce
Times have changed and divorced people have sadly gone from being singularities to almost a sub-community.
Jonas Friedenwald: Pillar Of Orthodoxy In 19th Century Baltimore
The ship’s captain apparently respected the Friedenwalds’ strict adherence to halacha because he allowed them to use his cabin for davening and other religious observances.
Fanatic Fantasies Or Purim Pleasures
Purim is a fantastic time for fantasies, so I hope you won't mind my fantasizing about how easy life would be if kids would...
A Brown Bag Purim
I'm here to sit next to you and help you through this Purim with three almost-too-easy mishloach manot ideas, all made with cost-conscious paper bags.
The Healthy Purim Possibility!
Kids want to be like their friends, and they want to give and get “normal” mishloach manos stocked with store-bought treats.
