It was an experience I hope no one ever has. It was a Motzei Shabbos at the end of October in 2004. We were living
Something does not seem right about the order of topics in parshas Masei. First, it is odd that the discussion of Tzelafchad’s daughters appears at
Perhaps one of the unique traits that the greats of our people exemplify, is that in their moments of simcha and success; they, nevertheless, still
In years past, and occasionally in our own time, deals are solidified with a handshake. “I’ll bring the contract tomorrow, and if everything looks good,
Q: Dear Rabbi Hoffman. I have a question regarding deception and possible theft. There is a college professor who engages in a strange type of
Gittin 51b The general Torah rule is ,המוציא מחברו עליו הראיה, hamotzi mechavero alav hara’yah, that you cannot win a judgment for a debt unless
Isaac Newton (died 1727) was one of the most influential scientists of all time. He was a mathematician, physicist, astronomer, alchemist, philosopher and theologian. The
This week in our continuing series about the myriad of chesed organizations in our communities, we highlight the Children’s Clothing Drive which is set to
No one wants to imagine what it’s like to be a cancer patient, but unfortunately, it’s a lot more common than we think. Approximately 2
(Courtesy of OU) Close to 8,000 retirees worldwide seek weekly inspiration and insights from SPIRIT (Stimulating Program Initiative for Retirees that Inspires Thought), an Orthodox
By Rachel Hirsch As people age, changes may occur in their memory, speech, language and swallowing. Older adults may experience difficulty with cognition, communication or
By Jessica Lowy, PT, DPT, CMTPT, DN, McKenzie A-D, Advanced Schroth Certified SSOL, and Michal Porath, PT, MPT, McKenzie A-D, Advanced Schroth Certified SSOL Very
