Forty Years and Forgiveness
Why did the Jews wander in the desert for forty years? Because Moses refused to ask for directions! It’s an old joke. The Jews “wandered” for so many years as a consequence of the sin of…
Forgiveness At Home
Forgive those closest to you for their mistakes, and ask their forgiveness for your own actions against them.
The Blessings of the Amidah: Requesting Forgiveness
The nineteen blessings of the Amidah make up the core of the Jewish prayer service. If we want God to accept our repentance, as mentioned in the fifth blessing, we begin the process…
The Blessings of the Amidah: Requesting Forgiveness
The nineteen blessings of the Amidah make up the core of the Jewish prayer service. If we want God to accept our repentance, as mentioned in the fifth blessing, we begin the process…
Develop a Strategy for Asking Forgiveness
Come up with a plan how to approach those with whom you need to mend your relationship.
Project Forgiveness
A crucial part of preparing for a new you in a new year is recognizing your misdeeds and being man or woman enough to say “I'm sorry” to the person you’ve wronged. Between now and Yom…
Before You Light at Sundown
Just before lighting candles for Shabbat, say a prayer for those you know who need to be healed or are waiting to meet their soul mate. The Talmud Baba Kamma 92a notes that if a person…
Add Grace Before and After Meals to your Thanksgiving Dinner
All meals, including your Thanksgiving Dinner, should include blessings before and after.
Before Summer
Before summer arrives, check out Jewish camp options for the children in your life.
Before Bed
Before you go to sleep, take a few minutes to contemplate your day and thank God for all the unique moments of the day.