Why is man sustained by that which is lower than he is? Does logic not dictate that lower life forms be sustained by higher life forms? Conversely, does the higher life form not somehow compromise its purity by receiving life energy from a lower life form?   more »

What is an appropriate show for my eyes to watch, what is an appropriate aroma for my nose to sense, what food categories are appropriate for my mouth to eat, what is appropriate music, or language, for my ears to hear?   more »

Our Parsha teaches that “should a Levite arrive through one of your gates…with all the fervor of his heart” even on a day that is not his shift, he would be entitled to participate in the temple worship as well as collect a share of the week’s offerings. Our sages were quick to point out that this liberty applied only during the three annual pilgrimages. How is this derived, and why is the week of pilgrimage unique?   more »

He is usually a considerate and loving husband but this time was different. During a heated argument with his wife he lost his temper and hurled vicious insults at her. He was in the grip of rage but never meant to be hurtful. He quickly stopped himself, apologized and begged for forgiveness. Should she have forgiven? It was only an accident.   more »