A Great Resource
Obtain a copy of Pirkei Avot/Ethics of the Fathers with commentary you find compelling and study it over the summer months.
An August Shabbat
Enjoy the summer Shabbat with a long walk, Shabbat dinner on the patio or by watching the stars if the night is clear.
Sun Care
As taking care of one's health is a mitzvah, make certain to put on proper sun protection during the summer.
No Secrets
During the summer season, make certain to speak with the children in your life about personal protection and the danger of secrets.
So Solstice
If the sun is shining today, go out and celebrate summer weather (and remember how you felt at the time of the winter solstice).
Kedoshim 5768-2008
"Establishing a Truly Ethical Society: Honesty in Business" by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald Parashat Kedoshim is renowned for its many revolutionary ethical pronouncements. It is surely…
Emor 5761-2001
"The Gift of Celebration" by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald In the second half of this week's parasha, parashat Emor, there is a review of most of the Biblical festivals of the Jewish…
New Season, New Month
The Talmudic term for the summer solstice is Tekuphat Tammuz, and at sunset tonight the first day of the Hebrew month of Tammuz begins. Celebrate Rosh Chodesh with a special meal or…
Family Time
Judaism places great value on family. Find time this summer to get your family together to enjoy quality time.
For Your Review
Purchase or borrow a copy of Pirkei Avot to review this summer.