An Especially Worthwhile Trip
When traveling across the country, make sure to visit Jewish historical landmarks.
Study Jewish History
Learn about historical events including the many challenging and often tragic events that shaped not only Jewish history but also world events as well.
B’ha’a’lot’cha 5781-2021
“Is This What the Torah Predicted?” (updated and revised from B’ha’a’lot’cha 5762-2002) by, Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald This week’s parasha, parashat B’ha’a’lot’cha, contains several…
Reading Light
If you don’t enjoy non-fiction books, read Jewish historical fiction to learn about Jewish history.
Visit Jerusalem
Plan your visit (or virtual visit) to Jerusalem, so you can explore its wonderous Jewish history and develop a deep appreciation for the historical significance that seems to be unearthed…
Genesis,Weekly Message,Vayishlach
Vayishlach 5773-2012
"Gid Ha’nasheh: The Sinew of the Thigh" By Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald In this week’s parasha, parashat Vayishlach, after twenty two years of fleeing from his brother Esau, who had…
Kee Tisah 5773-2013
"The Vengeful G-d--Revisited" by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald In this week’s parasha, parashat Kee Tisah, we read of the grave sin of the Golden Calf, a trespass that, despite the…
Make it Worthwhile
Before traveling across the country, learn about the local Jewish historical sites so you can visit them while there.
Study History
Set aside time to read up on world and Jewish history to develop a better understanding of the significance of important historical events.
Noah 5783-2022
“The Story of Noah--Fact or Fantasy?” (updated and revised from Noah 5763-2002) by, Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald This coming week’s Torah portion, parashat Noah, that features the famous…