Yitro 5769-2009
"Ambassadors Needed" by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald In this week's parasha, parashat Yitro, Jethro, Moses' father-in-law, gives his son-in-law practical and insightful advice regarding the…
No Suppositions
Hold off on judging a situation as good or bad, as one often does not know the entire situation.
Your Own Acts
Try to incorporate more “Acts of Righteousness and Justice” in your life. Start by making an extra effort at judging others favorably.
Kee Tisah 5768-2008
"Moses Shatters the Tablets" by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald In this week's parasha, parashat Kee Tisah, we read the dramatic story of Moses receiving the tablets of the Ten Commandments…
Don’t Be A Martyr
If you are questioning whether to take medicine on Shabbat or not, remember that the Torah does not want anyone to suffer. Be honest with yourself in judging what is best to do, and, if…
Balak 5770-2010
"A Nation that Dwells Alone" by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald In this week's parasha, parashat Balak, Balak, the king of Moab, retains the services of the renowned gentile prophet, Bilaam, to…
Devarim 5781-2021
“Judging Our People Favorably” (Updated and revised from Devarim 5762-2002) by, Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald This week’s Torah portion, parashat Devarim, is always read prior to Tisha b’Av,…
Appearances
Refrain from judging others on the basis of their physical appearance.
Don’t Judge
Refrain from judging others on the basis of their physical appearance.