A Day Celebrating Humility
You probably won’t find “Be Humble Day” listed on most commercial calendars, but the concept of the day highlights a core value in Jewish life. The Book of Proverbs declares that “A…
The Cedar and the Hyssop: A Lesson In Humility
One of the most challenging categories of Jewish law is the one associated with lashon harah (which literally means ‘evil speech’ and refers to gossip and slander). What is assumed…
Humility’s Gift
Moses’ job of leading the Israelites was not easy. Not only were the people “stiff-necked,” they also spent a great deal of time complaining. When the nation cried out that they wanted…
A Phrase of Praise
If you’ve ever been in a synagogue and heard a bunch of congregants seemingly mumble something after the chazzan (prayer leader) recited a blessing and wondered what they were saying, and…
Praise on Shabbat
Recognize the opportunity to praise God through the recitation of the most pleasant prayer, Anim Zemirot, the Shir Hakavod for Shabbat. Learn about the most pleasant of relationships,…
Talent to Praise
Use your natural talents to express gratitude to God for those talents.