by Rabbi Yitzchak Breitowitz | Feb 3, 2012 | Beginner
One of the striking phenomena of modern Orthodox life is how distant we are from nature. In the ancient world, both among Jews and among the other nations of the world, people were very connected and sensitive to the cycles of the sun, moon, and the stars and the...
by Rabbi Yechiel Spero | Sep 22, 2011 | Beginner
This story is actually quite simple, but the full implications of the fine deed that was done will probably never be known. What makes this story so powerful is that most people who read it will realize that they too have been in a similar situation. But how many of...
by Rabbi Yaakov Rosenstein | Aug 8, 2011 | Beginner
Who wants to cry? Why should we try to feel bad if we want to feel happy? The answer lies in the true meaning of Tisha B’Av, a solemn day that reminds us of what we are missing and expresses our yearning to attain something more. Allow me to explain. Tisha...
by Dr. Abraham Twerski | Apr 1, 2011 | Beginner
Many families gather together for the Passover Seder. They eat the matzah and the bitter herbs, drink the four cups, and recite the Haggadah. The house is free of all chametz. In our prayers we refer to Passover as “the festival of liberation.” These are...
by Pinchos Lipshutz | Mar 3, 2011 | Beginner
Did you ever wonder what it is about Purim that generates so much joy and happiness? What is it about this holiday that differentiates it from all others ? that seems to speak to Jews of all ages and backgrounds? It is a mitzvah to be happy on Passover and Sukkot as...
