RABBI RAZIEL COHEN, also known as the Tactical Rabbi, is making waves in both the Jewish and firearms communities. At just 28, he has spent over a decade training in...
In parshas Ki Teitzei, the Or HaChaim HaKodesh, zt”l, zy”a, tells us that the true enemy of every person is the Yeitzer Hara, the evil inclination. As the Gemara informs us, “Yitzro shel adam misgabeir alav b’chol yom um’vakeish...
The Kav HaYashar (96) writes, “Every candle that is lit for a mitzvah is extremely holy. If we had ruach hakadosh, we would perceive the future when we light those candles. They tell us prophecy and resemble the times that...
When is the optimal time to light Chanukah candles? The Talmud (Shabbos 21a) relates that Chanukah candles should be lit when the sun disappears from view, and should remain lit for half an hour. This 672:1). However, it...
And it was on the third day, which was Pharaoh’s birthday, and he made a feast for all of his servants. Bereishis 40:20 Does the Torah have a perspective on birthday celebrations? Are there Torah sources for such...
Sometimes it’s important to mind someone else’s business. Yosef sat in prison for more than a decade before he was released to become viceroy of Egypt. His path toward redemption began when he interpreted the dreams of his...
The Gemara in Masechet Shabbat (21b) tells the story of the Chanukah miracle, and then adds that “Le’shana Aheret” – the next year – the Rabbis established Chanukah as an annual celebration. The clear implication is that the Rabbis...
In this week’s parsha, Vayeishev, we learn of the tragic episode of Yosef being sold by his brothers to a caravan of Yishmaeilim. “...
Two Perspectives Two cowboys come upon an Indian lying on his stomach with his ear to the ground. One of the cowboys stops and says to the other, “You see that Indian?” “Yeah,” says the other cowboy. “Look,” says...
EASY HOMEMADE DONUT HOLES INGREDIENTS: FOR THE GLAZE: 1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar 3 1/2 tablespoons whole milk or soy milk to keep pareve 2 teaspoons vanilla extract FOR THE DOUGHNUT HOLES: 5 cups vegetable oil, for frying 1...