04 Dec What is First on Chanukah?
WHAT IS FIRST ON CHANUKAH? The Gemara in Yuma, daf lamed gimmel, amud bais discusses the topic of “Ein Mavirin al Hamitzvos.” Rashi explains that one who encounters a mitzvah...
WHAT IS FIRST ON CHANUKAH? The Gemara in Yuma, daf lamed gimmel, amud bais discusses the topic of “Ein Mavirin al Hamitzvos.” Rashi explains that one who encounters a mitzvah...
Jewish festivals mark watershed moments in our national history- They celebrate, both events which advanced our historical mission as well as pivotal moments in our evolving relationship with G-d. However,...
Did you know that the history of the Bais Yaakov Movement started on Shabbos Chanukah? That was the day Sarah Schenirer resolved to start a school for girls, as recounted...
INGREDIENTS: For the Cookie Dough • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, at room temperature • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar • 1...
The New York Mets announced this past Monday that the club has acquired eight-time All-Star infielder Robinson Canó, 2018 ariano Rivera American League Reliever of the Year RHP Edwin Díaz...
Each Chanukah we recall the sanctity of the Beit Hamikdash, the Holy Temple. The Beit Hamikdash was the central place for the worship of G-d and the governance of our...
Parshat Vayeishev launches the conclusion of Sefer Brieishit- the saga of Ya’akov, his family, and the internal strife which gashes any attempt at family unity. Having arrived in Israel, Ya’akov...
After many, many years of barrenness, Hashem blesses Rochel with a son whom she calls Yosef. This name has a dual meaning. First, it is a prayer for the future....
In Breishis, Perek Lamed Zayin, posuk alef Yaakov wanted to finally settle down and not have any more worries. Before long he was presented with a new challenge; the worry...
I. WORKING HARD OR HARDLY WORKING? The rise of women’s work opportunities over the past decades beyond previous levels has allowed for a number of family work arrangements. Many even argue...