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Jewish man sitting Shiva, observing the traditional Jewish mourning period
Guides Judaism 101 Mitzvot

The First 7 Days: A Shiva Guide for Mourners and Comforters

A Practical Guide to the Traditional Jewish Observance of Shiva for Mourners, their Families and Friends By Dr. Meir Wikler Introduction Jewish tradition encompasses all facets of life. Death is […]

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job interview, an example of free will in Judaism
Current Events Current Events & News Jewish Faith Jewish Philosophy Judaism 101 Mitzvot

The Choice is Yours: A Look at Free Will in Judaism

A Missed Opportunity A recruiter recently shared with me an experience he had with a job candidate. They had found him a place that seemed to be a perfect fit […]

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Jewish boy sanctifies God's name
Jewish Philosophy Judaism 101 Mitzvot Vayikra Weekly Torah Portion

Parshat Emor: Can We Sanctify God? Understanding the Mitzvah of Kiddush Hashem

What Does It Mean to Sanctify God’s Name? This week’s Torah reading includes a special mitzvah (commandment), the mitzvah of Kiddush Hashem. As the verse says (Vayikra 22:32): “And you […]

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Lag Ba'Omer bonfire - the fire of Torah
Ask the Rabbi Jewish Philosophy Judaism 101 Lag BaOmer Prayers Shabbat and Holidays

What’s the Meaning Behind Lag Ba’omer Bonfires?

Ask the Rabbi with Rabbi Chaim Mintz A Deeper Look at Fire and Torah Every year on Lag Ba’omer, there are bonfires and dancing all over my neighborhood, and my […]

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value of life in Judaism
Jewish Philosophy Judaism 101 Mitzvot Shabbat Shabbat and Holidays Vayikra Weekly Torah Portion

Parshat Acharei Mot: How Precious is Life?

The Torah’s Perspective on the Value of Life A verse in this week’s Torah reading teaches us the level of priority which the Torah gives to our lives. The verse […]

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Why was Avraham chosen as the father of the Jewish nation?
Ask the Rabbi Bereishit Jewish Faith Jewish Philosophy Judaism 101

Why was Avraham Chosen as the Father of the Jews?

Ask the Rabbi with Rabbi Chaim Mintz Why was Avraham chosen to be the father of the Jewish nation and not Noach, who preceded him and is described by the […]

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jewish view on remarriage with children
Ask the Rabbi Jewish Family Life Jewish Philosophy Judaism 101 Mitzvot

What is the Jewish View on Remarriage When Children Disapprove?

Ask the Rabbi with Rabbi Chaim Mintz I’m planning to remarry, but when I shared the news with my children, they expressed reservations. What is the Jewish view on remarriage […]

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lost in the desert? golden calf sin explained
Ask the Rabbi Jewish Faith Jewish Philosophy Judaism 101 Shavuot Shemot

Golden Calf Sin Explained: What Really Happened at Mount Sinai

Ask the Rabbi with Rabbi Chaim Mintz I can’t comprehend how the Jewish people could commit the sin of the Golden Calf! How, after witnessing the Ten Plagues, the Splitting […]

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lashon hara in judaism - the deadly sword
Mitzvot Torah Study Vayikra Weekly Torah Portion

Parshat Tazria: The Greatest Sin – Understanding Lashon Hara in Judaism

Tzara’at: A Physical Manifestation of Spiritual Misconduct The primary topic in this week’s Torah reading is the laws of tzara’at, a unique skin affliction. One who contracted this illness with […]

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stringency in Jewish law and kashrut
Ask the Rabbi Jewish Philosophy Judaism 101 Passover Prayers Shabbat and Holidays

How Do I Understand Stringencies in Jewish Law?

Ask the Rabbi with Rabbi Chaim Mintz The other day, I was with a friend and asked him why he wasn’t eating a certain food. “Isn’t it kosher?” I asked. […]

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Thursday Thought: Parshat Shelach – Place Your Trust in God!

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