Yizkor is coming up. It’s emotional, even heavy. How does that fit with the joy of Yom Tov?
Yizkor: Zecher LaMikdash – Zecher LaChurban
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Erev Pesach: Whose Birthday Do You Remember
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"There are countless greats in Jewish history—but only one about whom it’s said, 'From Moshe to Moshe, none arose like Moshe.'"
HOW THE “HILLEL SANDWICH” GOT ITS NAME
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The story behind the Passover sandwich and why it is so popular.
THINKING JEWISH
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Of all the traditions we keep at the Seder, few are as overlooked—and as meaningful—as the simple act of dipping.
Letting Go of Power
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We’ve all heard of leaders rising to power. But stepping down from it? That’s not a headline you see every day.
The Broken Whole
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Why do we start the Seder by breaking a matzah? I have plenty of broken ones already!
The Communal Responsibilities of the Individual
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What do we do when we feel like nothing we do matters—when we’re tempted to walk away from it all?
The CIA and the Ark of the Covenant
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Did you know that psychics were employed by the CIA to find the Ark? What does Judaism say on the topic?
Latest Style vs Old Fashioned
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Everyone always tries to follow the latest trend and have the hottest new feature. But this week, we are doing the opposite in Shul…
Be a Bearer of good news
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What led the hostage activist to change her tune, and what does it have to do with the Seder?