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...
INGREDIENTS: 1 lb. Cauliflower, chopped and steamed 1 russet potato, peeled and grated 1 small onion, diced 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs 2 eggs 1/2 tsp. black pepper 1/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper 2 Tbsp. flour 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/4...
NY Giants rookie running back, Saquon Barkeley played college football at Penn State for three seasons, running for 3,843 yards with 43 rushing touchdowns, while garnering 1,195 receiving yards with...
I. BURIAL CONFLICT A frequent question arises when a spouse remarries after a death. After 120 years, should the woman be buried next to her first husband or second husband (or...
After twenty challenging years in the house of Lavan, Yaakov was ready to leave with his four wives and family. Anticipating that Lavan would be up to no good, Yaakov...
Towards the end of the 1st century at least two delegations of Jewish leaders traveled to Rome to plead the case of the weakened Jewish nation. Jerusalem had been gutted...