
Finding Joy in Togetherness and Gratitude
Passover (Pesach) begins this year on Saturday night, April 12, and lasts for eight days. It is one of the most widely observed Jewish holidays,
Passover (Pesach) begins this year on Saturday night, April 12, and lasts for eight days. It is one of the most widely observed Jewish holidays,
Parshas Pikudei marks the conclusion of the construction of the Mishkan, the portable sanctuary that accompanied Bnei Yisrael in the wilderness. The Torah provides a
There are times in life when we may feel despondent, believing that all hope is lost. We may hear a distressing medical diagnosis, face unexpected
At the end of parshat Tetzaveh, we read about the construction of a unique altar known as the Mizbeach HaKetoret, the incense altar. Moshe was
In this week’s parsha, Mishpatim, we read that the 70 elders of Israel “gazed upon God and ate and drank” (Shemos 24:10-11). According to Rashi,
How much in life do we take for granted? How often do we pause to say “thank you” or express our gratitude? Judaism, with its
Life often presents us with trials that seem far beyond our capacity to endure. Whether it is the emotional toll of caring for a sick
“Gesundheit!” “Labriut!” “Bless you!” These are expressions we all use when we hear someone sneeze. Where did this custom come from? Why do we only
Chanukah is far more than a historical commemoration; it is a deeply resonant source of spiritual, moral and national guidance. The triumph of light over
In this week’s parsha, Vayishlach, we encounter a powerful lesson on anxiety and faith from Yaakov Avinu. As he prepares to face his brother Esav,
Once a year, Americans celebrate Thanksgiving—a day to pause, reflect and give thanks for the blessings in our lives. This tradition—often linked to the Pilgrims’
Have you ever wished you could simply jettison parts of your life and start anew? Have you ever regretted a decision or a maladaptive habit