09/12/2012
Shofar Shorts
The shofar is one of the most recognizable symbols of Rosh Hashana.…
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09/12/2012
Avinu Malkeinu
No prayer so thoroughly captures the Jewish people’s dual relationship with…
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09/12/2012
Hear The Shofar
If you are unable to attend services, arrange to hear the shofar at some…
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09/11/2012
The First Sephardi Chief Rabbi of Israel
When history books discuss immigration to the land of Israel at the…
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09/11/2012
The Birthday of the World
According to Jewish tradition, this Monday, Rosh Hashana, the world will be…
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09/10/2012
Five Names of Rosh Hashana
In Jewish tradition, Rosh Hashana has several names that can help us…
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09/10/2012
Selichot
In addition to the unique prayer services of Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur,…
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09/10/2012
Place to Serve
It's one week until Rosh Hashana, if you still need a place to attend Rosh…
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09/07/2012
A Ship’s Tale
Well sit right back and you'll hear a tale...Alas, this ship’s tale is no…
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09/07/2012
The Three Ts
On Rosh Hashana we declare: "Repentance, prayer and charity remove the evil…
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09/07/2012
New York, New York
If you have the opportunity to visit New York (or if you live there and…
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09/06/2012
Will I Forgive You For What!?
An ancient Jewish proverb declares: “Loose tongues are worse than wicked…
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09/05/2012
Isaac, Son of Abraham
Born to aged parents (Sarah was 90, Abraham was 100), Isaac was Abraham’s…
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09/05/2012
Your Strength
Remember that you will be respected for staying true to your convictions.
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09/04/2012
Holiday Greetings
The standard pre-Rosh Hashana greeting of “K’tiva v’chatima tova” ("May you…
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09/04/2012
Mail Them Greetings
Include the traditional greeting, “K’tiva v’chatima tova” ("May you be…
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09/04/2012
Labor, Technology and the Torah
Labor celebrations have taken place throughout North America since the…
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09/03/2012
Employers and Employees
No matter whether you are an employer or an employee, remember to be honest…
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08/31/2012
Weekend
What are you doing this weekend? Actually, most people take their weekends…
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08/31/2012
Restful Weekend
Spend the first half of your weekend resting on Shabbat.
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08/30/2012
In-Law Ties
Until 100 or so years ago, marriage was, on the whole, a practical…
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08/30/2012
Holidays and Family
The season of Rosh Hashana is the perfect opportunity to reconnect with…
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08/29/2012
The Paralympics’ Jewish Roots
The competitive spirit of this year’s Summer Games in London did not end…
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08/29/2012
Your Support
Root for the Jewish athletes of the Paralympics, just as was done for the…
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08/28/2012
Seeking God In Elul
Psalm 27 is read twice daily from the beginning of the month of Elul…
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08/28/2012
Add It To Your Morning
Print out a copy of Psalm 27 and read it while you wait for your morning…
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08/27/2012
What You Know
Astronomy plays an important role in Jewish life because it is the means by…
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08/27/2012
Nature’s Rules
When you think about the "Laws of Nature," like gravity, take a moment to…
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