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A Churning Stomach And An Upturned Nose
Posted on: May 19th, 2004
Sections → MagazineSeveral weeks ago, there was back and forth "dialogue" in the editorial pages of the Jewish Press concerning the very subjective view as to who is the more "authentic" Jew amongst the various segments of the Orthodox community.
The Heavenly Gift Of Restraint
Posted on: April 28th, 2004
Sections → MagazineWith Pesach upon us, Jews must refrain from indulging in some of their favorite foods, drinks and even cosmetics for over a week.
Posted on: April 21st, 2004
Sections → MagazineIn this week's Dating Primer column, Rosie Einhorn and Sherry Zimmerman write about the destructive nature of frequent, often unjustified criticism directed towards children and some of the repercussions of what they feel is unintentional but nonetheless genuine verbal abuse.
Posted on: April 7th, 2004
Sections → MagazineA few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of being a guest at a Shabbaton hosted by Machane Chodosh in Forest Hills, N.Y.
Addressing The ‘State Of The Union’ – The Shidduch Crisis
Posted on: March 24th, 2004
Sections → MagazineOne of the most distressing issues that pre-occupies the minds of young and old alike is the growing "Shidduch Crisis."
Toronto Mourns Loss Of ‘Twin Towers’
Posted on: March 10th, 2004
Sections → MagazineFor many people, one of the most difficult blessings to say with the proper kavana - sincerity - is the one uttered upon hearing of a person's passing - Baruch Dayan HaEmet - Blessed is the True Judge.
Posted on: February 18th, 2004
Sections → MagazineLast month, when I was in Jerusalem, I naturally went to the Kotel, a place I always felt was home, since my paternal ancestors were Kohanim.
Where Rain Reigns, Hail Is Hailed, And Israel Is Real
Posted on: February 4th, 2004
Sections → MagazinePerhaps the one characteristic that unites people of all nationalities, cultures and creeds is a fascination with weather, especially bad weather.
Posted on: January 14th, 2004
Sections → MagazineAt this moment, in cities, towns and neighborhoods across the country, someone's mother, child, friend, or spouse glances impatiently at the clock, only to have flashes of mild annoyance chill into icy pricks of worry and fear.
Posted on: January 1st, 2004
Sections → MagazineI recently attended an all-day shidduch program sponsored by the National Council of Young Israel in Manhattan.
Jimmy Carter Slams President Bush And Israel In Geneva Speech
Posted on: January 1st, 2004
Sections → Magazine → NewsFormer president Jimmy Carter spoke sharply against the Bush administration and the Israeli government in his speech at the Geneva Accord ceremony on Monday.
Posted on: December 10th, 2003
Sections → MagazineIn this week's column by Dr. Yael Respler, she addresses a letter sent to her by a reader who had "bones to pick" with some of the points I made regarding shidduchim in the various Orthodox communities.
Posted on: December 3rd, 2003
Sections → MagazineDuring Yom Tov, a group of my friends - all middle-aged ( but youthful of course) babyboomers were chatting about the usual things women smooze about when one of them shared with us the call she had recently gotten from her son-in-law's mother.
Europeans Rank Israel As Greatest Threat To Peace
Posted on: December 3rd, 2003
Sections → Magazine → NewsJERUSALEM - Nearly 60 percent of Europeans say that Israel represents the greatest threat to world peace, according to a survey of more than 7,500 residents of European Union countries.
Posted on: November 5th, 2003
Sections → MagazineThere is a wise Yiddish saying that translates into this observation: "Yichus (illustrious ancestors) is like a potato - they are both under the ground."
Israel Remembers Johnny Cash As Strong Supporter
Posted on: October 17th, 2003
Sections → Magazine → NewsCountry-Western singing legend Johnny Cash, who died last week in Nashville at age 71, was remembered fondly by Israeli officials as a staunch supporter of the Jewish state.
Reality ‘Check’: The Buck Does Stop…
Posted on: September 3rd, 2003
Sections → MagazineYoung adults in the thousands have recently returned from a year (or two or three) in Israeli yeshivas and seminaries, full of youthful exuberance and idealism.
Bush: “My Commitment To Israel Is Unshakable”
Posted on: August 30th, 2003
Sections → Magazine → NewsPresident Bush wrapped up his White House meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon on Tuesday by declaring at a Rose Garden news conference, "America is firmly committed to the security of Israel as a Jewish state and we are firmly committed to the safety of the Israeli people.
Sh’mor Al Nafshecha – Watch Over Your Life
Posted on: May 2nd, 2003
Sections → MagazineThe Torah admonishes each Jew to 'take care of yourself,' to do what's necessary to stay alive and well. Obviously this means to do life enhancing actions like eating and sleeping properly, taking precautions like putting on a seat belt when in a car, and not taking unnecessary risks, like jaywalking across a busy street or walking on a ledge 40 stories high. Most importantly, one needs to get medical attention when sick or injured.
Lieberman Declares Support For Gay Partner Benefits, Partial Birth Abortion
Posted on: May 2nd, 2003
Sections → Magazine → News
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