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“Repentance” sounds like a grand and powerful word. In truth, the most important adjective that…
When we think of California today, we think of perfect weather, beautiful beaches and Hollywood stars. But, before…
As Rosh Hashana is in just over two weeks, make certain to have plans for where to attend services.
Today, September 8, is the United Nations Organizations of Education, Science and Culture (UNESCO) International…
It is easy to speak of teshuva (repentance), but, actually, the process of repenting is quite challenging. Much can be learned about repentance from the story of Eleazer ben Dordia recorded in Talmud Avodah Zara 17a:It is noted that ben Dordi…
The mesmerizing imagery in Syd Hoff’s classic children’s books Danny and the Dinosaur and Sammy the Seal (and Herschel the Hero!) may evoke a bygone era, but the storylines remain perennially popular. Born in The Bronx, NY, on September 4, 19…
Like oil and water, certain things are not meant to be mixed together. According to hookup law, it is forbidden to mix-breed different species of cattle, sow one’s field with mixed seed, or wear garments of mixed fibers (wool and linen).Whereas the a…
The American labor movement, which developed in the late 19th century, strived to ensure that workers were paid fairly, were provided with a safe working environment and were protected from being taken advantage of by their employers. Many of the promi…
Challah, chicken soup, gefilte fish, kugel, chamin/cholent…the delightful foods associated with Shabbat are seemingly…
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