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Rabbi Jonathan Sacks

Today, the 20th of Cheshvan, marks the fifth yahrzeit (anniversary of passing) of the former Chief Rabbi of the UK, Rabbi and one of the most prominent thinkers in the Jewish world and beyond, Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. He passed away at the age of 72. Come and learn from his teachings

CHAYEI SARAH

the spiritual meaning behind Rashi's statement that all of Sarah's years were "for good," arguing that despite her severe life challenges, her uncrushable fortitude and continuous dedication to a higher, optimistic spiritual existence serves as a vital model for finding the same "all good" perspective in our own lives.

Try This at Home: Two Proven Methods to Increase Love of G-d

The article discusses the central commandment to 'Love God,' proposing two ways to achieve it: intellectual work focused on arousing love (Baal Shem Tov), and creating an atmosphere of holiness and unconditional acceptance (like the Shabbat table).

Errors, Additions, and Omissions in the Amidah

"Due to fatigue, confusion, or lack of concentration, it sometimes happens that we change the order of the prayer (Tefillah). What should we do? Should we continue, go back, or start from the beginning? And what is the law (Halacha) regarding a voluntary prayer (Tefillat Nedavah) in such a case?"

Writing a Torah Scroll in English

Can the Torah be inherited by the next generation when written in English? The moving dilemma of an adopted man returning to his Jewish roots, who seeks to leave a spiritual legacy for his firstborn grandson.

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Daily Times in Jerusalem

22 Cheshvan 5786 | 13/11/2025

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06:05 Sunrise
8:08 Kriyat Shma MGA
8:44 Kriyat Shma GRA
11:23 Chatzot (Midday)
16:45 Sunset
17:04 Tzet Hakochavim

Shabbat Chayei Sara

24 Cheshvan 5786

Shabbat Times | Parashat Hashavua

16:05 Candle lighting
17:18 End of Shabbat
17:57 Rabeinu Tam

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Mentioning Rain and Praying for It

In the winter season, we mention rain twice in the Amidah. In the beginning, we mention rain in our praise of Hashem Who causes rain to fall; afterwards, we ask Hashem to bless us with dew and rain.

Ribit

The issue you are raising touches upon the prohibition of Ribit (interest or usury) between Jews, which is a very serious transgression according to Jewish law (Halakha).

Food, medications and Yom Kippur

What is the most halachically appropriate way I can keep to this and still fast?

a day of great promise that unfortunately was never realized

Would you kindly tell me what wonderful and good thing happened on the 17th of Tammuz in our history?

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Rabbi Ari Shvat

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Rabbi David Sperling

When does the Jewish day begin?

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Naming a baby girl Romi

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Rabbi Berel Wein zt"l

Exchanging gifts with non-Jewish family

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Mother Jewish, Father Gentile

Rabbi Chaim Tabasky

Question

My mother only told me that she is a Jewish person 2 years ago. I want to recover my jewish tradition, what do I have to do ?

Answer

I suggest you contact a local orthodox rabbi and form ties to a Jewish community. If you let me know where you are maybe we can make some suggestions.

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Purchase the Land or Take by Force?

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Of Conversations and Commandments

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Based on Siach Shaul, Pirkei Machshava V’Hadracha p. 294-5

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Rabbi Jonathan Sacks

Today, the 20th of Cheshvan, marks the fifth yahrzeit (anniversary of passing) of the former Chief Rabbi of the UK, Rabbi and one of the most prominent thinkers in the Jewish world and beyond, Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks. He passed away at the age of 72. Come and learn from his teachings

CHAYEI SARAH

Try This at Home: Two Proven Methods to Increase Love of G-d

The article discusses the central commandment to 'Love God,' proposing two ways to achieve it: intellectual work focused on arousing love (Baal Shem Tov), and creating an atmosphere of holiness and unconditional acceptance (like the Shabbat table).

Errors, Additions, and Omissions in the Amidah

"Due to fatigue, confusion, or lack of concentration, it sometimes happens that we change the order of the prayer (Tefillah). What should we do? Should we continue, go back, or start from the beginning? And what is the law (Halacha) regarding a voluntary prayer (Tefillat Nedavah) in such a case?"

Writing a Torah Scroll in English

Can the Torah be inherited by the next generation when written in English? The moving dilemma of an adopted man returning to his Jewish roots, who seeks to leave a spiritual legacy for his firstborn grandson.

Interesting articles

Mentioning Rain and Praying for It

In the winter season, we mention rain twice in the Amidah. In the beginning, we mention rain in our praise of Hashem Who causes rain to fall; afterwards, we ask Hashem to bless us with dew and rain.

Ribit

The issue you are raising touches upon the prohibition of Ribit (interest or usury) between Jews, which is a very serious transgression according to Jewish law (Halakha).

Food, medications and Yom Kippur

What is the most halachically appropriate way I can keep to this and still fast?

a day of great promise that unfortunately was never realized

Would you kindly tell me what wonderful and good thing happened on the 17th of Tammuz in our history?

Rabbi Ari Shvat

Why is Elohim in the plural

Rabbi David Sperling

When does the Jewish day begin?

Rabbi Ari Shvat

Naming a baby girl Romi

Various Rabbis

Hat wearing

Rabbi Berel Wein zt"l

Exchanging gifts with non-Jewish family

Daily Halacha

Rabbi Chaim Tabasky

Question

Answer

Purchase the Land or Take by Force?

A short video connecting the Parsha "Chayei Sara" to the land of Israel.

Of Conversations and Commandments

A Shiur by Rabbi Zalman Baruch Melamed for the weekly portion "Chayei Sara".

To Have a Why

A Shiur by Rabbi Jonathan Sacks for the weekly portion "Chayei Sara".

Of Conversations and Commandments Parshat Chayey-Sara

The weekly lesson of Rosh Yeshiva Rabbi Zalman Baruch Melamed

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The Great Teshuva of Great Minds & Talents

Ain Aya Shabbat v, 82

Rabbi Ari Shvat | Elul 5785

Fixing Someone Straight or Crooked

Ayn Aya Shabbat v, 81

Rabbi Ari Shvat | Sivan 5785

"Bad Thoughts vs. Bad Deeds"

Ayn Aya Shabbat v, 80

Rabbi Ari Shvat | Sivan 5785

Good Free Will Enables the Temporary Choosing of Bad, Even Terrible

Ayn Aya Shabbat v, 79

Rabbi Ari Shvat | Iyar 5785

P'ninat Mishpat: Return of Down Payment Due to War – part I

based on ruling 84044 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts

Beit Din Eretz Hemda - Gazit | Elul 5785

P'ninat Mishpat: Damage from Renovations

based on ruling 82093 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts

Beit Din Eretz Hemda - Gazit | Elul 5785

P'ninat Mishpat: Benefit from Unsolicited Efforts of the Plaintiff

based on appeal of ruling 82138 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts

Beit Din Eretz Hemda - Gazit | Av 5785

P'ninat Mishpat: A Used Car with a Tendency Toward Engine Problems

based on appeal ruling 84034 of the Eretz Hemdah-Gazit Rabbinical Courts

Beit Din Eretz Hemda - Gazit | Av 5785

Ask the Rabbi: Rebuking Those Talking during Davening

Rabbi Daniel Mann | Elul 5785

Ask the Rabbi: Must One Give his Apartment for Free?

Rabbi Daniel Mann | Elul 5785

Ask the Rabbi: Using Replacement Mezuzot When They Are Being Checked?

Rabbi Daniel Mann | Av 5785

Ask the Rabbi: How to Tell When Your Tefillin Need Adjustment

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