INGREDIENTS: 3 large leeks (about 3 cups, chopped) 2 tablespoons butter 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option) 2 pounds potatoes (Yukon gold or Russet), peeled, diced into 1/2-inch pieces 1 teaspoon...
In Bereishis (28:22) the posuk tells us that Yaakov promised Hashem if he will come home peacefully, he will give “aser aasrenu” (will give maaser.) The gemara in Kesubos (50a) says...
The Yeshiva decided to field a rowing team. Unfortunately, they lost race after race. They practiced for hours every day but never managed to come in any better than dead...
Last week, we started reflecting upon the frightening barrage of rockets that our brethren in Eretz Yisroel are being assaulted with. Jews all over the world look in amazement at...
On a recent flight, I settled into my seat tired and hungry. As one of those increasingly rare people who don’t mind airplane food, I eagerly awaited my meal. When...
There is famous brief Hebrew poem composed by one of the Jewish philosophers of the middle ages that runs as follows, “he’avar ayin, he’asid adayin, he’hoveh k’heref ayin, da’aga minyain?...
We read in Parashat Vayeseh of Yaakob’s famous dream, in which G-d appeared to him as he made his way to Haran, promising that he would care for him, bring...
Prior to fleeing his murderous brother, Ya’akov’s life was peaceful and serene. He reveled in the “tents” of study exploring God’s word and pondering the deeper meaning of life. However,...
I. Umbrellas and Precedents The status of new technologies are often determined by the first major authorities to rule. Practices harden quickly and institutional positions, once set, change only with...
Dear Rabbi and shira, I’m married for a year and a half. I have a problem. I can’t stand my husband’s best friend. I feel like he’s a bad influence...