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01/29/2010
Music Maker
On Shabbat, rejoice over the good things in your life, whether with Shabbat…
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01/28/2010
Tu b’Shevat
Tu b'Shevat, the new year of the trees, is often celebrated with the 7…
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01/28/2010
The Blessings of the Amidah: Gratitude
The nineteen blessings of the Amidah make up the core of the Jewish prayer…
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01/27/2010
Honor The Dead
Give charity in honor of someone who passed away in order to bring reward…
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01/26/2010
The Holy Ari: Rabbi Isaac ben Solomon Luria
When Rabbi Isaac ben Solomon Luria arrived in Safed, in 1569, the town had…
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01/26/2010
Thank You So Much
When you receive good service over the phone, request to speak to the…
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01/25/2010
Women and War
The role played by female soldiers on the front lines during the last…
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01/25/2010
Safety First
Jewish law asserts that you should always act to preserve life. Make…
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01/22/2010
Eiruv
Because carrying an object on Shabbat in a public domain a distance of 4…
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01/22/2010
Eiruv Check
If you live in a community with an eiruv, program a weekly reminder in your…
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01/21/2010
Her Name Was Sarai
The Midrash states that Sarai (later called Sarah), the mother of the…
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01/21/2010
Come On Over
This week, invite acquaintances or co-workers (rather than close friends)…
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01/21/2010
The Blessings of the Amidah: Accept Our Prayers
The nineteen blessings of the Amidah make up the core of the Jewish prayer…
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01/20/2010
They Make Us Laugh
When the recent hit comedy Funny People was released in movie theaters, it…
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01/20/2010
Laughter As Medicine
Visit the children's ward in a local hospital. Come with a smile, some…
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01/20/2010
The Morning Blessings-Blessing #15: Strength To The Weary
Every morning, a set of 15 blessings is recited to express our thanks to…
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01/19/2010
For The Dogs
The domestication of dogs is as old as...well, actually, there are varying…
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01/18/2010
Breslov
“To always be happy is a great mitzvah.” These famous words of Rabbi…
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01/15/2010
Isaiah 66 and Shabbat Rosh Chodesh
Inevitably, the holidays, weekly celebrations (Shabbat) and monthly…
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01/15/2010
Delightful
Prepare or purchase some delightful desserts in honor of Shabbat Rosh…
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01/14/2010
The Sadducees
Even after the miraculous victory of the Hasmoneans (Maccabees), the lure…
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01/14/2010
You Assistance
For ways to assist with relief efforts in Haiti, click here.
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01/14/2010
The Blessings of the Amidah: Requests
The nineteen blessings of the Amidah make up the core of the Jewish prayer…
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01/13/2010
Rabbi Samson Raphael Hirsch
In early 19th century Germany, many communities found themselves in…
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01/13/2010
Sample
Take a glance at The Nineteen Letters to get a better understanding of…
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01/13/2010
The Morning Blessings-Blessing #14: Israel’s Glory
Every morning, a set of 15 blessings is recited to express our thanks to…
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