Alone At Last – Yichud Room
According to Jewish law, a man and a woman who are not married to each other may not be secluded alone in a room or other private space. To comply with this law, couples who are dating,…
Alone Time
Take time today for some quiet contemplation - perhaps on your commute home from work.
Reading Alone
If you cannot attend Shabbat services, try to review the Torah reading.
How to Unify the Nation
This Shabbat we read in the Torah both parashat Vayakhel and the special Torah portion for parashat Shekalim, that describes the half shekel donation given in Temple times to the Temple…
Facing Adulthood as a Nation
Most governments recognize age 18 as the age of legal adulthood at which a person assumes full responsibility for his/her life. They no longer need a parent or guardian’s permission for…
Jewish Contributions to a Fledgling Nation
Study American history and appreciate the many contributions made by American Jews to business and commerce during the early years of this country that have had a lasting impact.
Jewish Contribution to a Fledgling Nation
This July 4th, study American history to appreciate the important contributions made by American Jews to business and commerce during the early years of this country that had a positive,…
The Jewish Contribution to a Fledgling Nation
Today, on Independence Day, study American history to better appreciate the important contributions made by American Jews to business and commerce during the early years of this country…
Balak 5770-2010
"A Nation that Dwells Alone" by Rabbi Ephraim Z. Buchwald In this week's parasha, parashat Balak, Balak, the king of Moab, retains the services of the renowned gentile prophet, Bilaam, to…