A Light In The Darkness
The entire time we were all on the rock, we were in darkness, since we were trying to conserve the cellphone lights. Besides, there was nothing to see except the night sky, which was easier to see in the dark.
A Jewish Spring – Yom Ha’atzmaut: Israel at 75
Our journey hasn’t always comfortable, and these iconic months have been a microcosm of our convoluted journey.
A Cloak-And-Dagger Dilemma: King David’s Test Of Conscience
Clearly, the Torah anticipates that the gentiles will be impressed with the Torah’s laws, and they would not be impressed if those laws didn’t reflect common-sense morality and justice.
Local Politicians Greet Passover Shoppers In Monsey
I’ve been watching politics for many years. We always see you [Weber] here. As far as I’m concerned, you, Michael Lawler and you, Mr. McGowan, are the most active politicians here. We always see you and you’re always close to the community and we appreciate that very much, Lichter told the lawmakers.
Are Our Weddings Too Expensive?
Is it right? In my estimation it can be misconstrued and seen as a sign of arrogance and haughtiness which our Sages certainly look upon as being at best unacceptable behavior for Jewish people.
Word Prompt – SHTREIMEL – Ana Mandelbaum
Shtreimel signifies pride in Judaism and in traditions. It’s pride in connecting our current to our past.
The “Right To Shelter” And The Migrant Crisis
While the original settlement, which was merged into a “consent decree,” covered only needy men, over the years subsequent iterations expanded the language to cover women and families with children as well.
How Grit Builds Greatness
The better self-awareness we have, the better our relationship with others will be, and the stronger connection we will have to G-d.
Creating Light
His chanukiyot are so unique and beautiful that when he got divorced, his wife asked that he leave one of them for her. Which he did, in the shape of a Magen David.
Daf Yomi
The Split
“…If There Are Witnesses They Divide Without an Oath”
(Bava Metzia 2a)
The Duality Of Jewish Time
According to the Torah, the first month of the year is Nissan. This was the day the earth became dry after the Flood (Gen. 8:13). It was the day the Israelites received their first command as a people (Ex. 12:2).
Money Makes the World – Collapse
There have been numerous tragedies that have resulted in premature death and irrevocable injury – some extremely unlikely to happen, and quite rare, but none were inconceivable.
Gil Hodges Joining Baseball Hall of Fame
The Dodgers had him hone his skills as a third baseman and catcher in the minor leagues and brought him up to the major leagues in 1943 when he was only 19.
The Last 7 Days in Israel
A few days into the conflict, it was announced that Naftali Bennett was no longer willing to join a coalition with the left-wing and Arab parties.
Listening To G-d
Judaism is a matter of creed as well as deed. But we should allow people great leeway in how they understand the faith of our ancestors.
The Right Way To Do Our Mitzvos
We should train ourselves to look forward to doing our mitzvos. The premier example of this attitude is the mitzvah of sefira. That on a national level we demonstrate in unison an excited countdown towards Torah.
Brain Freeze
When you find that flavor, whether it’s cookies and cream or butter pecan, you need to order the cone.
G-d’s Traffic Light
G-d does not immediately punish us or strike us down with a bolt of lightning if we speak lashon hara. He warns us in stages.
Rallying Against The Iran Deal
We urge readers to seek out upcoming rallies scheduled for times and places that work for them.
Word Prompt – GEVALT – Hillel Fuld
It could mean that someone is alarmed or realized something very bad. Alternatively, it could be used to express gratitude to Hashem.
The Fear Of Covid
We were given one N95 mask, one face shield, and a pair of goggles. The N95 was to be used all day, the face shield and goggles to be sanitized and reused daily.
Word Prompt – SHEMA – Chaya Sima Koenigsberg
Does faith emerge from recitation of Shema in shul, daily, on Shabbat, or when belted out as Yom Kippur wanes? These are powerful moments, but I think it’s the quieter, private moments of a child’s bedtime recitation of Shema that leaves the most lasting imprint on the developing mind.
The Message Of Reb Shimon – Help Another Jew
The Lubavitcher Rebbe emphasized that Reb Shimon was completely secluded from the world for over a decade. Now, upon returning to civilization, he immediately searches for a way to help without waiting for anyone to ask him.
Early Termination Notice – When Does A Lease Really End?
Once you gave notice that you are terminating the rental early, argued Mr. Tanenbaum, you gave up whatever rights you have in the apartment.
I disagree, said Mr. Mandel. Until we return the property to you, we retain the usage rights!
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