The history of the Jewish nation has been rife with miracles. Yet some get commemorated while others do not. What is so unique about the Chanukah miracle?
The Fire That Never Dies
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All in the Right Time
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It seems that there has been a vaccine all along. So what took so long? What does Torah have to say about such a late rollout?
The Jar of Oil Within
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When Rabbi Koves of Budapest got a call from a ‘Bad Jew,’ he saw the opportunity to rekindle a lost spark.
The Secret of Jewish Success
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Who was the first person to declare, “Baruch Hashem”? What does that statement contribute to your character?
It’s A Women’s World
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The recent corona-crisis has highlighted the success of women leaders. This week’s parsha too, has an interesting message about feminine power.
Maximizing our Unique Blessings
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Rivkah convinced Yaakov to take Eisav’s blessings, and her plan seems to have been successful. But did everything work out as planned?
Putting the Children First
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Everyone knows the story of Yaakov’s love for Rochel. But did Rochel love Yaakov in return? A close examination of the text reveals a fascinating narrative.
The March of Dimes
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When the polio epidemic was raging, President Roosevelt initiated a campaign for children to make small donations. Who else implemented small donations, and from where do charity boxes originate?
Uforatzta
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A famous Chabad song is sung with the words of Uforatzta. What does the word mean, and how does Jacob’s life serve as a lesson for Jews in the 21st century?
Who will be the Zaide if not me?
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Who is the first Jewish Zaide? The story of this week’s parsha tells us something very interesting about the role of grandparents in raising their grandchildren.