Kedoshim 5768-2008
"Establishing a Truly Ethical Society: Honesty in Business" by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald Parashat Kedoshim is renowned for its many revolutionary ethical pronouncements. It is surely…
Emor 5761-2001
"The Gift of Celebration" by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald In the second half of this week's parasha, parashat Emor, there is a review of most of the Biblical festivals of the Jewish…
Season’s Change
Prepare for the coming winter by helping others and donating food/clothing/money to a local shelter.
Pekudei,Vayakhel,Weekly Message
Vayakhel-Pekudei 5762-2002
"The Original Jewish Renewal Movement" by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald On this coming Shabbat we will read two parashiot, Vayakhel and Pekudei, which conclude the book of Exodus. These…
Warm All Over
As a way of fulfilling the mitzvah of taking care of oneself, dress warmly in the winter.
Rosh Hashana 5767-2006
"The Longest Day" by Rabbi Ephraim Buchwald If you were asked, what day is the longest day of the year, you would most likely respond that it is on or about June 21st of each year. This…
Good Neighbor
If the area you live in is effected by severe winter weather, make certain to check in on neighbors.
Summer’s Passed
As you fill your closets with your fall/winter wardrobe, set aside those articles that you probably won't wear and donate them to those in need.
So Solstice
If the sun is shining today, go out and celebrate summer weather (and remember how you felt at the time of the winter solstice).