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Tzav: Fighting Evil
We are surrounded by evil; every so often, it rears its ugly head as it did on Simchat Torah—the October 7 massacre. Pure evil raped Jewish mothers, burned Jewish babies alive, mutilated their fathers, and beheaded their neighbors. Pure evil burned loving couples clinging to each other, to …

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Passover: The Secret Path To A Moral Society

April 5, 2009 – 9:05 pm | Comments Off on Passover: The Secret Path To A Moral Society6,213 views
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Just Because
When was the last time you did the right thing just because? In a Capitalist society we are taught to ask, “What’s in it for me” before making an investment. Even our charitable contributions come with strings attached. We insist that our dollars be used for causes that serve …

Mishpatim: The Baby’s World

February 15, 2009 – 4:07 am | Comments Off on Mishpatim: The Baby’s World6,094 views
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Early Months
The moment my daughter emerged from the womb and took in her new surroundings was magical for us as parents. We were enamored with her and clutched her close to our hearts, but she was oblivious. She never acknowledged her parents, she simply slept. Over the last few days …

Chanukah: Why Is Our Light Different From All Other Lights?

November 2, 2005 – 3:44 am | Comments Off on Chanukah: Why Is Our Light Different From All Other Lights?2,487 views
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Simple Lights
Have you ever noticed that seasonal lights are more glamorous then the Chanukah lights? Have you ever noticed that seasonal lights come adorned with trees, gifts and a kaleidoscope of color while our lights are simple and undecorated? Have you ever noticed that ironically (or maybe by Divine Providence) …