Passover 5769-2009
"What is the Prophet Elijah Doing at Our Passover Seder?" by Rabbi Ephraim Buchwald At the Seder, after the completion of the Passover meal, the Birkat Hamazon, the Grace after the meal,…
Behold the Bride
Make every effort to attend events for brides (and grooms) in your community. Rejoicing with them is a wonderful mitzvah.
Elijah – Our Passover and Brit Milah Guest
At the Passover seder, those children who are still awake after the meal watch eagerly to see if the prophet Elijah comes to drink from his special cup...(and adults often shake the table…
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Mishloach Manot/Shaloch Manos-Sending Gifts
Sending GiftsMishloach Manot / Shaloch Manos After being rescued from Haman’s attempt to destroy the Jews, scripture…
The Prophet’s Speech
The King’s Speech, an Oscar winner, tells the true tale of how King George VI learned to overcome his stutter before ascending the throne after his older brother’s abdication. "But my…
Elijah Who
Find out more about Elijah the Prophet in the First Book of Kings, and impress your friends and relatives at the seder by sharing your knowledge with them.
Sending A Message
If you want to communicate with God but are uncertain what to say, pick up a Jewish prayer book and look for inspiration.
Thank You, Thank You, Thank You
If you’ll be eating a full meal, you can say the Ha'motzee blessing for bread at the beginning of the meal. If you’re just having turkey, say the She'ha'kohl blessing.
Thank You, Thank You, Thank You
Find time throughout the day to connect with God.
First You Then You
From a broad perspective, the opportunity for all members of a prayer service to participate in a Torah Reading Service is an important statement on Jewish inclusion. In reality, however,…