I always wanted to tell this story of the many individuals in our community who helped me solve this mystery so that I was eventually
Rabbi Sacks, zt’’l, had prepared a full year of Covenant & Conversation for 5781, based on his book “Lessons in Leadership.” It was one of
Yoma 52b The Gemara Yoma 52b records a dramatic episode in the events leading up to the destruction of the first Beit Hamikdash (slightly modified
Picking up on the words “v’di zahav” in the first pasuk in our parsha, the Gemara (Berachot 32) says that Moshe Rabbeinu was coming to
Often, knowledge of scholastic relationships (e.g., teacher/student) or academy affiliation (e.g., Sura) provide insight into the dynamics of a sugya. A mishnah on Sukkah 10a
With the reading of Parshiyot Matot-Masei last Shabbat, baalei kriah once again faced the annual question of how to properly cantillate a karnei farah. This
After the first case of murder in history, the murderer was confronted by God Himself. “Where is your brother, Hevel?” God asked. To which Cain,
Just a few more steps … just a few more steps and I will face my savior(s). Just a few more steps and I will
Taking a gap year to Israel is one of the many opportunities Jewish teenagers look forward to during their four years of high school. Teens
Editors note: We would like to welcome an exciting new biweekly column to our pages. Aviva Zacks will bring you stories of locals who made
Reviewing: “Upheaval,” directed by Jonathan Gruber. At-home cinema release by Abramorama. 2021. 87 Minutes. Available for purchase at www.upheavalfilm.com/watch. A new documentary highlights the life
(Courtesy of Project Ezrah) This Tuesday evening will be the first-ever career fair brought to the community by Project Ezrah. This event is open to
