The Joy of Shabbos
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Adar is here, and with it comes the call to increase our joy!
But how do we tap into real, lasting simcha?
Rav Shlomo Katz shares a powerful insight on how Shabbat holds the key.
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Jews and the World Must Remember Amalek
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Shabbat Zachor reminds us to never forget what Amalek did to us
but also to believe in the power of transformation.
Even the darkest forces, like Haman’s sons, can find redemption.
What is the Psychology of Jewish Self-Hatred
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Why do some Jews blame themselves for the hatred they face?
From the Spanish Inquisition to Nazi Germany and even in the Purim story this troubling phenomenon of Jewish self-hatred repeats itself.
Mentorship is a Must in this World
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The highest levels of success whether in our material lives, spiritual growth, or relationships—are not achieved alone.
The Talmud teaches that we cannot free ourselves from our own inner exile;
The Deeper Meaning of the Blessing of the Children
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Every Friday night, before Kedushah, a beautiful Jewish tradition takes place, blessing our children and grandchildren.
For boys, we say, ‘May God make you like Ephraim and Manasseh’—the first brothers in
Children Are the Center of the Jewish World
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Children are at the heart of the Jewish future. ❤
The high birth rate in Israel and Jewish communities reflects our deep love and commitment to the next generation.
What Does The Kaddish Say About Jewish Values?
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The Jewish people are eternal, always choosing life as our spiritual mission.
The Kaddish prayer reminds us to sanctify God's name through how we live, not just how we remember.
The Spirituality of a Hostage Being Freed
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In Jewish law, reuniting with a hostage isn’t just an emotional moment, it’s a deeply spiritual one.
The blessings of Shehecheyanu and Mechaye Hameisim express our gratitude for life and
Bless the Children
B"H Friends, let’s bless our children this Friday and every Friday deeper. The world needs so much love, so many hugs and kisses and warmth.
Blessing of the Children (Birkat HaBanim) For Sons: יְשִׂמְךָ אֱלֹהִים כְּאֶפְרַיִם וְכִמְנַשֶּׁה Y'simcha Elohim k'Efrayim v'chiM'nasheh May God make you like Ephraim and Menasheh.
The Cry of Faith
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The cries, the tears, the pain, the agony, the anger, the silence, it doesn’t go anywhere. It goes Above and as our Parsha, Mishpatim tells us, there is a Judge.
Hashem Yikoom Damam.