There are two types of shofars blasts, which tell the story of the Jewish people from its inception. Which one are we hearing now?
Shemini Atzeres: Warning and All Clear Sirens
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Shemini Atzeres: The Merits of Our Fathers
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Why do we remember Abraham, and how could that inform our Yizkor when we remember our own ancestors?
The Most Important Aliya!
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On Simchas Torah, we conclude the Torah and then begin it once more. Which element is more important?
YIZKOR: KEEP THE WATER WARM – NOT TOO HOT!
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Let's examine the prayer for rain and its meaning.
The Testimony of the Torah
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What happened when a Russian Jew made it back to Russia?
Shemini Atzeret: “I Love the Jewish Monastery”
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The story of the only child at hakafot post-holocaust — and a surprising reunion — is the best description of the meaning of Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah.
Joy of Generations
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When a chassidic Jew saved Samarkand’s economy to be able to celebrate Simchas Torah
Laugh Therapy
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What is the best way to overcome challenges and better your situation? Simchat Torah contains the answer.
Suing G-D
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What’s the best way to approach G-d? To take Him to court or to say L’chaim with Him?
A Story of Five Children
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A Chabad Rabbi in Montana shared several lessons from his experience in adopting five children. What can we learn from them to our relationship with G-d – and, of course, the connection to coronavirus.