Many shuls have adopted the practice of dancing at the conclusion of Lecha Dodi on Friday night. Some wonder where this newfangled practice came from,

Avram has just smashed his father’s idols, and Terach sees no choice but to report his “wayward” son to the authorities for blasphemy. He is

Rebbe Nachman used to say, “One must pray for every little thing, even if you tear your garment and need another one.” His disciple, Rabbi

Have you ever dreamed of being the king or queen of your very own castle? My friend Yankel always wanted a castle. He eventually found

Mandy and Mordy had announced their plans to make aliyah. Everyone was so happy for them. After working remotely through covid, Mordy was able to

King Yannai once set out into the wilderness bound for Kochalis, where he conquered 60 cities. Upon his return, he made a huge celebration. He

“Here comes Yosef, that self-righteous annoying little tittle-tattler,” his brothers say as they notice him off in the distance bringing them provisions. “We’re nowhere near

Times were tough for the Lithuanian Jewish community in the interwar period. “What can we do to awaken the compassion of our Father-in-Heaven?” asked Rabbi

The Chofetz Chaim—Rabbi Yisrael Meir Kagan of Radin—once slipped on the steps outside his house as he exited in the morning on his way to

Reuven was desperate. He’d lost his job and his savings were completely depleted. How would he put food on the table for his dear family?