A man once tried to convince his friend to start exercising. Every time they met, he’d shake his head: “You really should take care of yourself. This isn’t healthy.” The friend nodded politely and changed nothing. A few...
Last week, Javier Milei, the President of Argentina, visited Israel. During his trip, he also requested to visit Chevron Yeshiva, an event that drew significant attention. A visit from the President of Argentina— leader of the second-largest country in...
Dear Rabbi and Shira, I truly enjoy reading your weekly column in The Jewish Vues and often find your perspective very grounding. I recently went on a shidduch date, and within five...
Lag B’omer Lag B’omer is a day which people celebrate with great simcha and joy. What is the reason for this great celebration? When does it start? At night or by day? Why do so many people go to Meron...
When I was in yeshiva high school many decades ago, some students occasionally went to the racetracks to watch the horse races and bet on them. They bet very little; they really just went for the fun and bet...
And one who kills an animal must pay for it, a life for a life. Vayikra 24:18 Introduction There are many different reasons why one might be interested in killing a bug. Some do it for protection, such...
What is the “right” way to perform mitzvos? Parshas Emor lists the qualifications and regulations necessary for a Kohen to serve in the Beis HaMikdash. One requirement is that a Kohen must perform the avodah with his right hand...
It’s an emotional story of divergence, and it ends on a cliffhanger. Every year on Yom Kippur, two identical goats were brought to the Beis HaMikdash where lots were drawn to determine which would be “for Hashem” (a special...
A man came to Rebbe Hirsh of Riminov zt’l and said, “My wife is in labor, and she is Miksha Leileid. The doctors say that her life is in danger if she doesn’t give birth soon.” Rebbe Hirsh Riminover sat deep in...
May I use a warming drawer on Shabbos? Warming drawers on Shabbos is indeed a serious issue. There are a number of things to consider. First of all, you have to make sure that if you’re putting cold food into the warming drawer, that...