January 19, 2025

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Mrs. Shira Smiles

Articles by Mrs. Shira Smiles

Inspired Introspection

When the brothers found the money that Yosef had hidden in their sacks, they asked, “Mah zot asa lanu Elokim? What is this that Hashem

Holiday of Honey

“Dip the apple in the honey, make a bracha loud and clear…” Apples and honey is one of the most well-known and cherished minhagim that

Long Lasting Luz

One of the most mysterious places on earth is the city of Luz. Chazal note that the malach hamavet (angel of death) had no entry

 Tribute to the Trio

In a deeply powerful scene, Moshe Rabbeinu was found with his hands held high on top of the mountain, praying for the people gripped in