Fine Weather

During the beautiful summer weather, take the opportunity to visit places that help you appreciate God's creation.

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Fine Line

When joking with other people, be aware of their reactions and be careful not to overstep and embarrass them.

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Fine Words

When in the presence of a bride or groom, speak well of their new spouse. 

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Fine Manners

Hold the door for the person behind you, and if someone holds the door for you, make certain to say thank you.

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Fine Dining

When eating out at a restaurant, remember to thank the staff for their assistance (in addition to the tip).

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Fine Words

When in the presence of a recently married bride or groom, say nice things about their new spouse. While the badeken gives the bridegroom the opportunity to make sure she is the woman…

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Tetzaveh 5771-2011

"Do Clothes Make The Man?" by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald In this week’s parasha, parashat Tetzaveh, we learn about the four basic priestly vestments that were worn by all priests, and the…

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Hilly Gross’ Speech

Hilly Gross' SpeechAt the 10th Anniversary of the Lincoln Square Beginners Service, Hilly Gross describes what happened when…

Hillel Gross’ Response to the Beginners at the 10th Anniversary Celebration of the LSS Beginners Service (Feb 23, 1986)

The video of the live performance of this speech: "I am here tonight on what I fear is a totally vain effort to restore some perspective to this orgy of self-congratulations that you…

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Tetzaveh 5760-2000

"Clothes: A Reflection of the Divine Image" by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald In this coming week's parasha, Parashat Tetzaveh, we read of the big'dei k'huna, the priestly garments, with very…

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