Travel Log
When planning a trip, set aside time to explore the Jewish heritage of the place you will be visiting.
Shavuot 5765-2005
"Abba's Final Shavuot" by Rabbi Ephraim Buchwald Our father, of blessed memory, Moshe Aaron Buchwald, whom my sisters and I called "Abba," passed away on the 14th of Sivan 5752, June 15,…
Nordic Adventure
If you ever have an opportunity to plan a trip to Finland, make sure to visit its Jewish communities.
Check Out The Tribe
In the future, when planning a trip, be sure to place on the agenda a visit to the local Jewish community and become familiar with its Jewish history.
Plan a Visit
When planning a trip to another city, research whether there is a Jewish museum, and if so, be sure to visit to learn more about the Jewish history of both the local and surrounding…
The Cave of the Patriarchs
The city of Hebron and its Meh’arat Ha’machpelah, the Cave of the Patriarchs, has been part of Jewish history for over 3,000 years. Plan to visit Hebron on your next trip to Israel and…
Yom Hashoah,Weekly Message,Shemini
Shemini-Yom HaShoah 5775-2015
“Yom HaShoah: Six Million–Minus One” by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald This year on the 27th of Nissan, which is Wednesday evening, April 15th through Thursday, April 16th, Yom HaShoah,…
Vayigash 5782-2021
“The Virtues of Assimilation” (updated and revised from Vayigash 5762-2001) by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald In this week’s parasha, parashat Vayigash, the dramatic story of Joseph and his…
Know Your Jewish History
Before you pack your skis and snow gear for your trip to ski country, read up on the history of the Jewish community in Vermont.
Be Thankful
Even if a particular trip, illness or mishap does not require the recitation of Birkat Hagomel, appreciate the many God-given gifts that you have received to enable you to function each…