Ask the Rabbi with Rabbi Chaim Mintz We are constantly being told to feel the pain of Jews who are suffering, whether it’s during the current war in Israel or […]
Judaism 101
Explore deep Jewish concepts like free will, the soul, and Divine Providence—made approachable.
Ask the Rabbi with Rabbi Chaim Mintz You have said that the world was created to exist for 6,000 years. What will happen at that time? Will the world just […]
From the desk of a TorahMates coordinator: Sarah Rabinowitz recommends 5 books that will enrich your weekly learning session with your study partner. 1. Torah Nuggets Step into the world […]
Ask the Rabbi with Rabbi Chaim Mintz I have heard that Mashiach (the Messiah) will be related to God. Is that true, and if yes, how? Rabbi Chaim Mintz responds: […]
Ask the Rabbi with Rabbi Chaim Mintz My parents are constantly negative, critical, and full of complaints. I know it’s a mitzvah to honor them, but every time I speak […]
A Word about Words The word “etymology” refers to the study of the origin of words and the way in which their meanings have changed throughout history. Where do words […]
The Nazir: A Commitment to Holiness In this week’s Torah reading, Parshat Naso, we are introduced to the “Nazir.” A Nazir is someone who accepts upon him/herself to conduct him/herself […]
Ask the Rabbi with Rabbi Chaim Mintz I know that staying up all night learning Torah on Shavuot is a beautiful custom, but when my son does it, he ends […]
Ask the Rabbi with Rabbi Chaim Mintz When the prophet Zechariah (9:9) relates that Mashiach (the Messiah) will come riding on a donkey, is that to be taken literally? Since […]
Ask the Rabbi with Rabbi Chaim Mintz Since women are not obligated to study Torah, why is Torah learning such a significant part of their education in school? And does […]
