When the Kiddush luncheon does not meet with your approval don't go home in protest. Become active on the Kiddush committee. When the rabbi does not offer a class on a subject of your liking don't retire in disgruntlement. Work with your Rabbi and educational committee to initiate classes on subjects that intrigue you.   more »

A mother returned from her child’s funeral and approached the master. Through her tears, she begged him to tell her why her beloved child had had to die. The master asked her, “Do you really want to know?” “Yes, of course I do” she replied. “Are you sure?” asked the master.   more »

The early Jews who were enslaved in Egypt may have lost their connection with G-d had they not “seen” him every day. We however are able to accept him on faith even when we lack evidence and absolute proof of his existence.   more »

As long as Egypt felt secure in her own position she was content with her Jewish visitors. Only when she felt threatened did she take aggressive action in the hopes of defending her interests.   more »

There was a steep mountain pass just outside Premishlan that was impassable during the winter because of its treacherous icy conditions. The Chassidic master, Rabbi Meir of Premishlan, would navigate this pass on a regular basis. When asked for his secret he answered simply, "One who is bound to the heavens above doesn't fall to the earth below."   more »