The Golden Ages of Estonia

Estonia, one of the three Baltic states, has never historically hosted a large population of Jews, but the quality of its hospitality toward Jews and other minorities has been quite…

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The Blessings of the Amidah: Redemption of the Jewish People

The nineteen blessings of the Amidah make up the core of the Jewish prayer service. The fifteenth blessing continues to focus on the future redemption as it beseeches God to send the…

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The Rav with the Golden Carriage

The Talmud, which is the written compilation of the Oral Torah, records the discussions and decisions of the scholars who codified Jewish law. Without question, the scholastic scope of…

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No Sin For The Humble

Unfortunately, it would not be difficult to write a list of powerful men whose careers have been toppled by the scandal of adultery. Alas, we often say, sarcastically, what more can one…

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The Gateway Sin

Those who debate the issue of legalizing certain types of drugs, will often encounter the notion of a “gateway drug,” something that, by itself seems somewhat benign, but may lead to the…

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The Gateway Sin

Those who debate the issue of legalizing certain types of drugs, will often encounter the notion of a “gateway drug,” something that, by itself seems somewhat benign, but may lead to the…

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Silence is Golden

Try not to talk about business or finances from sundown tonight until night fall Saturday night.

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Golden Opportunity

Upon seeing a neighbor outside their home, especially one you do not know well, be sure to seize the opportunity to initiate a friendly conversation.

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Golden Opportunity

Our sages teach us that God makes Himself easily accessible to us during the month of Elul. Seize the opportunity to reach out and connect to Him.

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A Golden Opportunity

Our sages teach us that God makes Himself easily accessible to us during the month of Elul. Seize the opportunity to reach out and connect to Him.

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