Angels in gaza

COPING WITH TERROR AND TRAGEDY

On a spiritual level, two theological questions cry out to us: Is there justice in the world? And what is the nature of a God of love and mercy in a world filled with evil? When we witness the brutal murder of both soldiers and civilians, the young and the old, we are numbed and bewildered, at a loss as to making religious sense of it all. We feel helpless at even beginning to comprehend the ways of God.

Why Were the 7 Nations Not Driven Out of Israel

What Is Unique About the Fruits of Eretz Yisrael?

The Pot of Gold: Does Cannabis (Marijuana) Fall Under the Laws of Shmita?

What Is A "Prozbul?"

You Can’t Have One Without The Other

The Bikkurim ceremony is about much more than just one farmer’s gratitude for his individual harvest. It is rather a reminder of the centrality of the Land of Israel, and the inalienable connection we have with this specific little corner of the world.

It’s sow easy to change

The rationale behind Shmita, is to create for us a “Shabbat Shabbaton” every 7 years. Like the contemporary Sabbatical, this results in a complete change in our routine, a break from the norm, a chance to recharge the batteries & then make a new start, refreshed & reinvigorated.

Aliya, Are You Coming or Going?

Parashat Yitro

Parashat Yitro