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The radical transition from the Yom Kippur solemnity to the Simchat Torah revelry can be dizzying, but it makes sense. There is a method to the madness.

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Welcome to the "Bereishit" section of Parsha insights

November 22, 2005 – 2:33 am | Comments Off on Welcome to the "Bereishit" section of Parsha insights2,142 views

If you would like to explore any of these essays please click on one of
the links provided below. An additional list of Parshiot will appear in
the “Contents” menu on the left side of your screen and will remain in place even after you have chosen a Parsha. The “Contents”
menu also …

Every Day is Mother’s Day

February 23, 2005 – 4:02 am | Comments Off on Every Day is Mother’s Day12,374 views
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Every Day is Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day
When I was growing up my mother discouraged Mother’s Day gifts by saying, “in our home every day is mother’s day.” Until recently I didn’t understand her rationale. Why wouldn’t she accept a day of honor in addition to our year-round love?
Thanksgiving
In a similar vein …