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December 5, 2024
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Rabbi Dr. Avi Kuperberg

Articles by Rabbi Dr. Avi Kuperberg

Thanksgiving Through a Torah Lens

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’

Starting Fresh: A New Beginning

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

Yom Kippur and the Power of Regret

Yom Kippur invites us to confront our own mortality—symbolized by the white garments we wear, which resemble burial shrouds. This day is a rehearsal for

Making the Most of Our Time

What would you do if today were your last day on Earth? How would you spend your time? These deep and probing questions force us

Lessons in Parenting

Parshas Ki Seitzei speaks of the “ben sorer u’moreh—the rebellious child.” This rebellious child became so caught up in his gluttonous ways that he stopped

Labor Day

This weekend, we celebrate Labor Day. This is a holiday dedicated to the achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the

What’s in Your Wallet?

What is it that we truly value above all else? If you say family, God or Eretz Yisrael then good for you. However, if you

The Weight of Leadership

It is nice to have a fancy title of authority. It is flattering to have a communal dinner or breakfast assigned in one’s honor. However,

When Cynicism Becomes Dangerous

How often do we engage in “laitzanus,” scoffing and cynically making fun of others? Probably a lot more often than we would like to admit.

Enough Kvetching, Make Some Coffee

In this week’s parsha of Behaalosecha, all sorts of complaining takes place. We read that, “The people took to complaining…” (11:1). This was not about