Parshat Naso showcases the phenomenon of a Nazir as the symbol of “Chumra” or Halachik stringency. By abstaining from drinking wine and from overindulgence in personal etiquette he guards himself...
I. MARRIAGE, ANNULMENT AND MARRIAGE In 1516, two brothers in Tripoli, Lebanon (not Libya) married their children to each other — a nine-year old girl named Yakuta to her first...
INGREDIENTS: 1/2 pound (2 sticks) unsalted margarine 4 extra-large eggs 2 cups sugar 3/4 cup cocoa powder 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 tsp. vanilla Vanilla Soy ice cream DIRECTIONS: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish. Melt...
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I. BE CAREFUL WHAT YOU SAY Looking through sixteenth century responsa from the Mediterranean region, I saw something strange that I have not seen in any other time and place. Many...
In the Haggada we say, “Had Hashem brought us before Har Sinai and not given us the Torah that would have been enough.” What exactly would we have gained by...
Name: Brett Michael Gardner Born: August 24, 1983, Age: 25 (March 1, 1993) Birthplace: Holly Hill, SC. Major League Debut: June 30, 2008 vs. the Texas Rangers Height:5”10 Weight:183 Hobbies/Interests: Hunting and fishing Player from the past you’d pay to...
Salmon is a versatile fish that is very healthy and high in Omega 3s and vitamins. Try this recipe for a delicious and nutritious meal. Round it out with a...
REMEMBERING REBBETZIN MIRIAM LIBBY WEISS – PART 11-13 Since a wedding anniversary is a celebration of one’s union, Miriam Libby and I would do something special together every year. This...
I. HAPPINESS ISN’T UNIVERSAL Many people feel that their lives are enriched by Judaism. Their rituals and holidays bring joy and meaning while deepening their marriage and family ties. The...