Jewish Treats
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07/22/2015
A Somber Week
In preparing for Tisha b'Av, the saddest day on the Jewish calendar, keep…
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07/21/2015
What’s in the Book: Job
While the Book of Job (Iyov in Hebrew) is frequently quoted, it is a book…
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07/21/2015
No Suppositions
Hold off on judging a situation as good or bad, as one often does not know…
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07/20/2015
Armistice
Many people assume that the end of a war implies that a peace treaty has…
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07/17/2015
The Month of Av
The months of the Jewish year are called in the Torah by number only (the…
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07/17/2015
First Week of Av
Assume the serious atmosphere of the week leading up to Tisha b'Av (the 9th…
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07/16/2015
On Guard
The sanctity of life plays an unquestionably major factor in Jewish law.…
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07/16/2015
Even for a Stranger
Contact your local Jewish burial society and sign up to…
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07/15/2015
The End of the Inquisition
In 1834, President Andrew Jackson was censured by Congress, Charles Darwin…
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07/15/2015
Even in the Heat
Be aware of the statement that your clothing makes about you.
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07/14/2015
Why Vow?
The framework of Jewish life is set by Jewish law. And, while Jewish law…
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07/14/2015
One At A Time
When trying self-improvement projects, take on one realistic goal at a…
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07/13/2015
Telephone, Gramaphone, Helicopter…Emile Berliner
Emile Berliner (May 20, 1851 - August 3, 1929) came to America to avoid…
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07/10/2015
The Jews of Wyoming
While Wyoming is not a state known for its sizable Jewish community - there…
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07/10/2015
Shabbat Delights
Buy a special treat to enjoy tomorrow during the long Shabbat afternoon.
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07/09/2015
Professional Proofers
Jewish life centers around the Torah, which, for thousands of years, has…
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07/09/2015
Tone Proof
Before sending a letter or email, reread it to make sure that tone used…
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07/08/2015
Beautiful and Strange Creatures
Summer vacation means different things to different people, but one of the…
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07/08/2015
Fine Weather
During the beautiful summer weather, take the opportunity to visit places…
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07/07/2015
Rabbi Avraham Chaim Naeh
Many people think of World War I as a European war, but, as its name…
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07/07/2015
Modern Knowledge
When you learn about Jewish topics, take the time to understand them in a…
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07/06/2015
Five Wise Sisters
Few women are mentioned by name in the Torah, and those who are, are…
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07/05/2015
The Fast of the 17th of Tammuz
Everyone knows about Yom Kippur. There are, however, several other fast…
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07/05/2015
The Three Weeks
“When Av enters, we must lessen our rejoicing,” declare the Talmudic sages…
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07/05/2015
Reflection
Take some time today for some solemn reflection on the travails of the…
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07/03/2015
Insights into the American Revolution
The American Revolution was a time of great upheaval for the American…
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07/03/2015
The Power of Shabbat
Jewish life ebbs and flows around the celebration of Shabbat. The days of…
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