01/05/2011
Possessed
The Exorcist, one of the most famous horror films ever created, is based on…
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01/05/2011
Give A Little More
Help alleviate the “pressure of extreme poverty” by being generous in your…
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01/04/2011
The Leader Is
Torah and civil law are the two legal codes that shape the lives of the…
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01/04/2011
Democratic Thanks
If you live in a democratic society that allows equality to Jews, take a…
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01/03/2011
The Root of the Meaning
"Our sacred literature does not use obscure language, but describes most…
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01/03/2011
Tutor
If you are knowledgeable in Hebrew or Bible, offer to tutor someone who is…
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12/31/2010
L’Chaim
Fiddler on the Roof made the Jewish drinking toast “L’Chaim” - To Life! -…
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12/31/2010
Choose Winely
Kosher wine offerings have been expanding by leaps and bounds. Ask your…
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12/30/2010
Should Old Acquaintances Be Forgot?
“Should old acquaintance be forgot, and never brought to mind?” This…
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12/29/2010
It’s At the Lost and Found
Many a comic strip cartoon has tried to gain a laugh by focusing on the…
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12/28/2010
Your Mother’s Brother
There’s an old wives’ tale that a man’s hair pattern (i.e. baldness) can be…
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12/28/2010
Early Enrollment
Find out about local Jewish day schools or after-school programs in which…
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12/27/2010
A Man of Torah, A Man of Science
Perhaps you’ve heard of Maimonides (Rabbi Moses ben Maimon, Rambam) and…
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12/24/2010
Preacher Man
One does not often associate preachers with Judaism. There are, however,…
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12/24/2010
Story Time
Use stories to teach the children in your life about Jewish values.
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12/23/2010
Separation of Church and State
Recently @JewishTweets mentioned, in passing, a website created…
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12/23/2010
Pride
At this time of year, do something to show your Jewish pride: wear a Jewish…
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12/22/2010
Tzedakah Plus
Make sure not to be stingy when it comes to giving charity.
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12/21/2010
Total Eclipse
Last night/early this morning, North Americans were able to view a complete…
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12/21/2010
Astronomical Awe
Observe the incredible workings of the heavens and be inspired by the…
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12/20/2010
What’s in the Book: Ezekiel
The 48 chapters of the Book of Ezekiel are filled with wondrous visions.…
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12/17/2010
Fasting on Friday
The general rule of Jewish fast days is that they cannot occur on Friday.…
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12/17/2010
Shabbat Conversation
At your Shabbat dinner, discuss why today's fast was meaningful.
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12/16/2010
The Source of Leadership
Great leaders can move mountains...or at least, masses of people. Ezra the…
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12/16/2010
Fast Tomorrow
The Fast of the Tenth of Tevet is tomorrow. Refrain from eating or drinking…
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