29 Dec Yaakov Living in Chutz Le’Aretz

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In Bereishis 47:28 the posuk tells us how long Yaakov lived in Mitzrayim. It tells us he lived for 17 years in Mitzrayim and his total lifetime was 147 years....

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29 Dec Kashruth Questions of the Week

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Q: Is there a way I can use the toaster oven at work to heat up food? A: If you double wrap your food in silver foil, you may use your...

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29 Dec Parashat Vayechi: Resisting Negative Influences

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The Torah tells in Parashat Vayechi of the blessings Yaakov bestowed upon his children before his passing. Surprisingly, even before he assembles his sons to bless them, he confers a...

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29 Dec Corona Diary #19: Parshat Vayechi- Rediscovering Grandparents

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Covid-19 has changed everything. The past year has produced a seismic shift in almost every aspect of our lives and will continue to shape our identity for years to come....

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29 Dec Dating and Relationship Advice

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Dear Rabbi and Shira Someone suggested to me that I should write to the two of you. Although, I’m not sure what my questions are. I started seeing a girl only two...

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29 Dec Remembering Hall of Fame Knuckleballer and Former Yankees Pitcher Phil Niekro, Dead at 81

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FAST FACTS Name: Philip Henry Niekro Born: April 1, 1939 in Blaine, Ohio Died: December 26, 2020 (aged 81) Nick Name: “Knucksie” MLB debut: April 15, 1964, for the Milwaukee Braves Last MLB appearance: September 27,...

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29 Dec Pargiyot With Peppers & Onions

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INGREDIENTS: 4 skinless boneless chicken thighs (Pargiyot) (approximately 1 pound) 4 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 4 Tablespoons teriyaki sauce 4 Tablespoons low sodium soy sauce 3 cloves garlic minced 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1/2...

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22 Dec COVID & VACCINE UPDATES

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What is the mechanism of action of the COVID vaccines? For how long will they protect? When will we be able to receive the vaccine? What took so long? These are...

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22 Dec FIRE IN RABBI FELDERS SHUL IN BORO PARK

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A fast moving blaze fire destroyed the famed Rav Felder’s shul, Bais Hamedrash Bais Aharon, in Boro Park. The blaze broke out at about 8 a.m. and quickly spread throughout...

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22 Dec Tenth of Teves on Erev Shabbos

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The Bais Yosef in Siman 550 brings in the name of the Avudraham that Asarah B’teves is different than all other fast days since if it would have fallen out...

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