Every year, someone says, “Shavuot already? That came out of nowhere!” Turns out, G-d likes surprises just as much as we do.
NEVER PUSH OFF A SURPRISE VACATION
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DON’T JUDGE A JEW BY HIS COVER
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Some things are too sacred to be seen. In Judaism, covering something isn’t about hiding it—it’s about honoring what’s beneath.
The Story of Ruth
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Ruth’s journey reminds us that nothing is random—every twist in her story was part of G-d’s greater plan.
What Makes a Jew Different?
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The Prophets had their list. So did the Rebbe.
Sefiras HaOmer for Real Life
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We recite a blessing every evening for 49 nights during the Omer count. But why do we need to count each and every day?
Dying—and Living—with a Smile
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Why do we celebrate someone’s passing like it’s their wedding day?
Mission Never Accomplished
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Rabbi Lipskar was a very accomplished Shliach—but he never stopped. He always asked, “What’s next?”
Prayer vs. Torah Study
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The Kohen Gadol had just completed the holiest day of the year—and yet, everyone walked away.
The Power of Immersion
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Most people think of a mikvah as a ritual. But it might just be the most profound encounter we can have with G-d.
Tackle the World: Wear a Beard
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If you walked through Williamsburg and saw a guy with a long beard, would you say he’s a Chassid—or a hipster?