Freedom of Religious Practice
Appreciate the United States and its presidents who have taken public positions designed to ensure religious rights and the freedom of religious practice.
Study the Torah’s Laws whether in Practice or Not
There is great value in studying the parts of the Torah that are not currently practiced, since studying Torah ultimately enables us to appreciate its Divine Author.
Temperment Practice
If there is a situation in which you consistently lose your temper, rehearse ways to avoid getting angry in that situation.
Admirable Practice
Marvel at the strict moral code of conduct of the Israel Defense Force.
Practice a Relaxed Temperament
Since Maimonides, (Rambam) taught that becoming angry is compared to worshiping idols, if there is a situation in which you consistently lose your temper, rehearse ways to avoid getting…
Practice
Start practicing the songs of the Seder. You can start with this Hebrew version of Who Knows One or this English version of Chad Gadya.
Shoftim 5775-2015
“Idolatrous Trees and Unqualified Judges” by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald In this week’s parasha, parashat Shoftim, we learn of the prohibition of planting forbidden trees and erecting…
Re’eh 5783-2023
"The Sanctity of Land and its Implications” (updated and revised from Re’eh 5765-2005) by, Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald Among the topics discussed in this week’s parasha, parashat…
Re’eh 5773-2013
"How Far Must We Go to Avoid Evil?" by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald In this week’s parasha, parashat Re’eh, we learn of the Biblical command that the People of Israel must destroy all…