Remember to say “Thank You”
Tonight, after enjoying a delicious meal in honor of Shabbat, recite Birkat Hamazon, the Grace After Meals. In Deuteronomy 8:10, we are told V’achalta v’savata, u’verachta, that you will…
Israel’s Memorial Day
The State of Israel’s independence, as well as its continued survival, is a modern-day miracle. But it has come at great cost in human lives and to its citizens. Therefore, before Israel…
Yom Hashoah, Holocaust Memorial Day
Yom Hashoah, is observed each year on the 27th of Nissan, which is today. Jews around the world will mark Yom Hashoah (Officially Yom Ha’zikaron La’shoah V’ha’g’vurah, which translates to…
International Holocaust Memorial Day
Speak of the Holocaust, and the first word that many think of is Auschwitz. It was, and is, the most infamous of the concentration camps established by the Nazis. In fact, Auschwitz was…
Record the Memories
If there are Holocaust survivors in your family or in your community, make sure to speak with them and record their stories. While it is impossible to compare the trials and tribulations…
Remember the Heros
Appreciate the bravery and courage of millions of American troops, among them hundreds of thousands of Jewish soldiers who served during World War II, who help protect and preserve our…
Remember
Make sure to recognize the ultimate sacrifice made by Jewish heroes and heroines, making it possible for Judaism to continue to flourish.
Remember 9/11
Spend some time this weekend remembering the heroism and selfless actions of so many on 9/11 and on the days and months that followed the horrific events that will live in infamy.…
Remember Your “Thank Yous”
After you complete your meal, don’t forget to thank God for your meal by Bentching, reciting the prayer of thanks.
Remember to Whisper
When reciting the Shema, whether in the morning or in the evening, remember to recite the words "Baruch shem k’vod malchuto l’olam va’ed" ("Blessed be the name of His glorious kingdom for…