Defiant Settlers Rebuild Their Homes
Several days later, when the police left the area, the families began to rebuild their homes, but the police returned and knocked down walls the settlers had erected. Now the homes are standing once again.
Dear Dr. Yael
You should move if you want to move, but you shouldn’t feel pressured by what other people do or by what other people tell you to do.
Speedy Horsepower
Many commentators explain that achashtranim refer to mules that were born from the union of male donkeys and female horses (as opposed to hinnies, which are born to male horses and female donkeys and are typically weaker beasts).
The Purpose Of Korbanot
Sometimes, because of the low spiritual state of Israel going out of bondage, there are intermediate steps in order for growth to be achieved. The Rambam understands the sacrificial rite in this spirit. He sees the korbanot as serving a practical purpose in weaning Israel off of the idolatrous customs of primitive civilizations.
Title: Torah & Rationalism: Understanding Torah and the Mesorah
Rabbi Zimmerman was also quite well-versed in the sciences, including advanced mathematics, philosophy, and physics.
Of The Kids, By The Kids, And For The Kids
Shabbos is a day of outpouring of blessings, so one should take too many croutons/noodles to put in the soup, so that he/she has soup with croutons, and not the other way around.
Elegant Dairy
With tons of kosher restaurants and tough competition, it was a bold move for Cork and Slice to open their second location there this year.
The Proud And The Prejudiced (Part XII)
They are trying to see me, to find out if I am a Pole from Miedzyrzec. If an authentic Pole, then they are afraid of me, I could denounce them as Jewish. If I am a Jewish girl from Miedzyrzec, who am I, they wondered.
Health In Our Time
Ha Ha Ha! America…you may have secured your ambition of “No Taxation without Representation” from us, but WE have secured “No Transmission or Contamination from SARS-CoV-2 EVER again.”
‘Who Gave You Permission?’
In the morning, Asher approached Yehuda. I saw that your bike was unlocked, and thought I'd take a spin, he said. Unfortunately, I rode over a nail on the road, and the inner tube got punctured.
A Few Words Apropos The Wedding Season That Begins Now
The UN security council stood for a moment of silence in his memory. What exactly were they thinking about during that moment of silence, which was also observed by the U.S. Deputy Ambassador to the UN?
Senator Schumer Dithers As The Clock Runs
Under the deal, sanctions will no longer be available as a way to force compliance.
A Rosen By Any Other Name
While it is true that most typically Jewish names are simply taken from Tanach or Chazal (especially male names), not all do.
Torah Study Is Not Like Calculus
When we think this Shavuos about the revelation at Sinai, let’s remember that the Torah was given surprisingly in the midst of billowing smoke and blackness.
Ish Gam Zu – All For The Best: Even In The Era Of Covid
Despite the pitiful figure he must have made, he still was able to recognize his worth in the eyes of G-d, and his faith in G-d was undiminished.
The Ganav
A person's self-perception is a strong factor in his ability to succeed in Torah study and the performance of mitzvos.
How To Be A Patient 101
I realized that I should be a “patient” patient – I’m not the only person being looked at and should wait my turn.
Word Prompt – KOL YAAKOV – Yitzchak Sprung
If Yitzchak perceived that Yaakov was in front of him, it is only because Yaakov’s voice expressed his unique personality.
Hilltop Youth Battle The IDF Over Expulsion Order
Golani soldiers attempted to arrest several youngsters and fired shots in the air over their heads.
On Being A Jewish Parent
What then does the Torah say about Abraham? The answer is unexpected and very moving. Abraham was chosen simply to be a father.
Bracha Achrona: Sitting Or Standing?
As the Shulchan Aruch does not discuss any requirement regarding how one should recite borei nefashot, it might just be that the manner in which one recites it is not important.8
Inheritance Questions About Nieces And Nephews
There is another principle, whose practical application sometimes leads to what might seem like an exception. The principle is that the descendants of a person most often stand in his place to inherit, when that person predeceases his inheritors.
Trustworthy
Ultimately our job is not to overcome sin but to transcend the pitfalls and challenges of life.
What’s Your Name?
I don't know whether to give you my Hebrew or English name, explained David, my first name or full name, with my father's name and nickname or without.
The Palestinian Plan B
In addition to the denunciations and condemnations, the PA announced that it was withdrawing its ambassadors from the two countries in protest.
The False Accusation
The prisoner is one of the most honorable people in the country. Even your governor will testify to that fact.
Morrie Arnovich – A Star In 20th Century Big League Baseball
While Jewish fans were concentrating on Hank Greenberg's efforts to pass Babe Ruth's single season home run record of 60 in 1938 Jewish baseball history was made on August 20, 1938.