02/06/2019
Learn the Jewish History of Massachusetts
Before you travel to or through Massachusetts, learn its rich Jewish…
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02/05/2019
Leap Year
The Gregorian solar calendar used by the Western world, is based on the…
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02/05/2019
Learn the Jewish Calendar
The Jewish people mark time through the Jewish calendar. Every Jewish…
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02/04/2019
Hadassah: The Women’s Zionist Organization of America
In the year 1912, there was no state of Israel, women had not yet earned…
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02/04/2019
Increase Your Zionist Activity
Do what you can to support and promote the State of Israel.
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02/01/2019
Remembering a Modern Day Jewish Martyr
“My name is Daniel Pearl. I’m a Jewish American from Encino, CA. My…
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02/01/2019
Learn about the lives of Jewish Martyrs
The lives and legacies of those who die because they are Jews should be…
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01/31/2019
Rabbi Israel Salanter and the Mussar Movement
The Mussar movement, the formal study and program of ethical improvement,…
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01/31/2019
Seek Opportunities to Improve Character
One of the most valuable endeavors is to devote time to character building…
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01/30/2019
Jewish Law on the Breakdown Lane
The Torah records two similar verses, one of which can be found in this…
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01/30/2019
Be a Good Samaritan
Looking out for one’s fellow is not merely a nice thing to do. Judaism…
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01/29/2019
Brother Against Brother
The origins of sibling rivalry, brother against brother violence and even,…
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01/29/2019
Take a Stand
There are times when a moral stand must be taken, to stand up for…
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01/28/2019
Lego on Shabbat
One of the most recognizable toys in the world is Lego. As a matter of…
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01/28/2019
Pop Culture and Jewish Tradition
Jewish tradition, wisdom and law should have voices in all sectors of life,…
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01/25/2019
Dancing on Ice
Competing for artistic and athletic mastery on ice has been part of the fun…
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01/25/2019
Get Thee Outdoors
Despite the cold wintry weather in many parts of the United States, take…
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01/24/2019
Where in the World is Moses?
The centerpiece of Parashat Yitro is the Decalogue, the Revelation at…
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01/24/2019
Prioritize Those You Lead
Whether a parent, a boss at work, or a good friend--try to always “be…
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01/23/2019
Learning the Truth of Your Heritage at Age 59: The Amazing Story of Madeleine Albright
Madeleine Albright broke a glass ceiling when she became the first woman…
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01/23/2019
Appreciate, Celebrate and Transmit Your Family’s Jewish Heritage
Every person should proudly transmit family history to the next generation.…
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01/22/2019
Happy National Hugging Day
On January 21, 1986, Kevin Zaborney of Clio, Michigan, created “National…
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01/22/2019
Hug Your Loved Ones
A hug conveys esteem, fraternity and love. Use hugs wisely and often!
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01/21/2019
Tu b’Shevat is Coming
While it may seem as if winter has just begun, it may be time to look…
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01/21/2019
Celebrate Tu b’Shevat
Although Tu b’Shevat is technically a demarcation point in order to…
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01/18/2019
The Scud War
On August 2, 1990, Saddam Hussein’s Iraqi forces invaded Kuwait, a region…
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01/18/2019
Military Strategy
Sometimes holding fire can be more effective strategically than taking…
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01/17/2019
A Jewish Boy Goes to Hollywood
Joshua Charles Malina, a prominent Jewish American actor, was born January…
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01/17/2019
Use Your Fame to Benefit Judaism
Utilize every opportunity to help Judaism and Jews, especially exerting any…
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01/16/2019
The Arc in the Sea
God’s incredible miracle splitting the Red Sea and saving the Israelite…
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