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Even though we’ve never seen the Bais Hamikdash with our own eyes…
We still mourn its loss. We still long for its return.
The soul still remembers. The heart still yearns.
May we merit to see it rebuilt soon.
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Can we ever fully live in the present?
In many spiritual paths, embracing the present moment is the ultimate goal. But in Judaism, there’s a deeper tension, we’re called to live fully now, while never forgetting the brokenness of the world.
At a Jewish wedding, even in our happiest moment, we break a glass a reminder that Jerusalem is still in ruins. This doesn’t diminish the joy.
It elevates it.
Because true joy in Judaism is incomplete and that’s what makes it holy. It’s a joy that propels us to action, to healing, to rebuilding.
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How can we become less judgmental?
We reflect on the destruction of the Beis Hamikdash and how sinas chinam, baseless hatred—played a role.
The solution? Shift your focus. 🔹 Look for the good in others 🔹 Judge favorably 🔹 Remember we’re all created b’tzelem Elokim
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Every Jewish journey leads to one destination: Eretz Yisrael and the rebuilding of the Beis Hamikdash.
Wherever we are in the world, we’re not at the end. We’re still on the road.
Vayisu. Vayachanu. Vayisu again. We travel, we settle, we travel again—until we arrive.
This is our journey.
This is our hope.
This is our destiny.
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Love your neighbor as yourself” isn’t always easy. The Torah teaches us that to truly love others, we first have to deal with the feelings of anger or resentment we’re holding inside.
Instead of bottling it up, we’re taught to communicate openly and constructively — to address the behavior without attacking the person.
This kind of honest conversation can open the door to understanding, healing, and even deeper connection. ❤
➡ Have you ever experienced a relationship grow stronger after a hard but honest conversation?
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The Role of Gentiles in the Jewish Homeland 🇮🇱
What does it mean to be a ger toshav, a righteous non-Jew living in Israel under Jewish sovereignty?
The Druze community is a powerful example of this today: serving in the army, in government, and standing as true partners in Israel’s vision.
Our hearts are with the Druze.
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During the Three Weeks, from the 17th of Tammuz to Tisha B’Av, we mourn the destruction of the First and Second Temples and long for the ultimate redemption.
It’s a time to reflect on the deep spiritual connection our ancestors felt in the Temple and to rebuild that longing in our own hearts.
Let’s take a few moments each day to pray for peace, unity, and the rebuilding of the Third Temple. To watch Torah Thoughts in video format, click HERE
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What do hockey dressing rooms and Shabbos have in common?
The most devoted hockey players are the first to arrive and the last to leave.
That’s the kind of commitment we’re meant to bring to Shabbos too.
By preparing early and lingering a little longer as Shabbos departs, we can fully embrace its peace, a true taste of the world to come.
How do you “add on” to your Shabbos?
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With deep gratitude for our soldiers self-sacrifice, we pray for the day when the army will no longer need to fight, and peace will fill our land! 💚💚💚
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As a visible Orthodox Jew and rabbi, I’ve been thinking deeply about the power of facial expressions.
It’s not about toxic positivity or forcing a smile 24/7, but about cultivating genuine joy for life and gratitude for being Jewish.
As someone who’s a walking symbol of Judaism, I know my demeanor leaves an impression.
The Torah teaches our faces are “public property,” and the Gemara says that whitening your teeth (smiling!) for a friend is greater than giving them milk to drink.
Smiling is an act of kindness. It’s spiritual work. And it’s part of how I strive to represent Am Yisrael in the world. ✨
What’s one way you bring more light into the faces around you?
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