In The Merit Of Our Ancestors
The nineteen blessings of the Amidah make up the core of the Jewish prayer service. The first blessing reflects God’s promise to protect the descendants of Abraham. Blessed are You, Lord…
A Biblical Story Familiar To Our Time
There are some Jewish commentators who state that the entire history of the world can be found in the Book of Genesis if one just knows where to look. The narratives of Genesis do indeed…
Our Obligation
On November 20, 1959, the United Nations adopted a resolution accepting the Declaration of the Rights of the Child. This ten-point declaration was based on a document created in Geneva in…
Lessening Our Joy
According to the Mishna in Tractate Ta'anit 26b, when the month of Av begins, we curtail our joy.
Appreciate our Freedoms
On this President’s Day, appreciate the fact that Jews and Judaism are protected and promoted in our great country.
Celebrate our Jewish Distinctiveness
While living in exile among different cultures, we need to be mindful that in order to perpetuate Judaism, we need to assure that we do not lose our special values that make us distinct.
Celebrate Our Jewish Distinctiveness
While living in exile among different cultures, we need to be mindful that in order to perpetuate Judaism, we need to assure that we do not lose our special values that make us distinct.
Let’s Do Our Part
Each member of the Jewish community has a critical role to play in support of our brothers and sisters in the State of Israel.
Our Staff
Our StaffStaff MembersRabbi Ephraim Buchwald – Director Rabbi Ephraim Buchwald is one of the leaders in the movement of…
Bring Back Our Boys
Baruch Dayan Emet, Blessed is the True Judge. NJOP joins the world Jewish community in mourning the loss of Eyal, Gilad and Naftali. May their memories be a blessing for us all.…