Holy Steps
As we take three steps forward to begin the Amidah, consider how fortunate we are to be able to regularly connect with the King of kings on an intimate basis.
Remember
Whether stated in English, “Remember,” in Hebrew, “Zachor” or in Yiddish, “G’denk,” it is a sacred obligation of all Jews to remember our past in order to move forward meaningfully into…
Remember!
Whether the English “Remember,” the Hebrew “Zachor” or the Yiddish “G’denk,” it is a sacred obligation of all Jews to remember our past in order to move forward meaningfully into any…
Study Jewish History
Studying Jewish history, especially its low points, will aid us in improving our lot going forward.
Sir Moses Montefiore
Sir Moses Montefiore (1784-1885) had an extraordinary impact on the world. Beginning a career in general business, Montefiore quickly gained one of the 12 brokers licenses allowed to…
Thinking Trees
Go forward from Tu b'Shevat with a greater conscientiousness toward the importance of trees.
Oh Chanukah
Tomorrow, when there will be no more candle lighting to look forward to, do something to mark the last day of the celebration of Chanukah.
Yitro 5768-2008
"Welcoming Jethro, the Idolatrous Priest" by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald In this week's parasha, parashat Yitro, we read of the arrival of Moses' father-in-law in the wilderness, where the…
Honor Them
As time moves forward, keep the memories of the victims of the Holocaust alive.
Pekudei 5765-2005
"Bezalel: the Artist who Broke the Mold" by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald With this week's parasha, parashat Pekudei, after many weekly portions describing the various elements and labors,…