Caveat Emptor…Let the Buyer Beware (And the Seller Too)
Today is "Black Friday," the day on which retailers across America try to assure their profits for the year by offering outrageous sales. Each store tries to outsell its competitors,…
Warm All Over
As a way of fulfilling the mitzvah of taking care of oneself, dress warmly in the winter.
Awareness
If you visit Israel, be aware that the laws of shmittah are in effect for this year.
Awareness
Be aware of the things that affect your judgement of other people and try to remain non-judgemental.
Rewarded
At the time that God appointed Aaron to be the High Priest and instructed that his sons and all the generations that were to be born to them henceforth were to be priests, Aaron had only…
The Left-Handed Warrior
The Book of Judges tells of the men and women who led the Children of Israel from the time of the conquest of the land of Israel by Joshua until the selection of the first king, Saul.…
The Reward of Honoring Shabbat
According to the wisdom of the sages, there is no way to “over-spend” on Shabbat. As it is said, “One who lends to Shabbat, Shabbat repays him!”(Shabbat 119a). “Lending to Shabbat”…
Make Someone Warm Inside
Call a relative or friend with whom you haven’t spoken in a while just to say "Hello."
Extra Warmth
As we enter the last months of winter, remember that a smile is an excellent way of sharing warmth.