Parshat Shemot sets the stage for the Exodus by recounting how the Israelites became enslaved (Exod. 1:7-14). First, we are told that a “new king”

This week, one of the non-Jewish teachers in yeshiva related that he is surprised that there were regular general studies classes during Chanukah. He noted

After about 30 years of safe driving, I got a ticket. I loathe driving in New York City, but like any father your children bat

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It was a new route for Amtrak. The 86 passengers on board were excited to be a part of this new venture. Obviously, none of

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I attended the November 28 panel discussion, “Anti-Semitism and the Struggle for Justice,” with Linda Sarsour and several members of the Jewish Voice for Peace

Dear Shoshy, Recently, I have begun to re-evaluate exactly the type of boy I am looking for hashkafically. This has not stemmed from any personal

Dear Navidaters, our daughter has always been an independent spirit who has to do things her own way. She has a problem “following the pack,”

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Today I have great news for all you parents out there who have kids who are very into Lego and who may have recently made

When I decided to attend Rutgers University, I made the decision to step out of the “Jewish bubble.” I knew that going to a secular