 The Four Species bind us all togetherIt's all temporary - the Sukkot secret to happiness. The great escape: Sukkot, the Time of Our JoySukkah, the ultimate symbol of true faith: The answer is blowing in the wind. Yom Kippur: We are all in it togetherThe song of Ha'azinu & the song of Torah. Yom Kippur, the great reset that changes historyThe universal power of Yom Kippur forgiveness: How does Torah define sin, and what makes repentance real? Baruch Nachshon z"l: Painting the futureBaruch Nachshon, renown Hebron artist, meets his Maker. When the United States betrayed its friendsThe US pullout from Afghanistan was shameful and it has shown that it cannot be trusted at the moment. The narrow bridge between the High Holy DaysWhat Yom Kippur should accomplish within each of us. Discovering Life's Purpose on Yom KippurHow connecting to the expanded consciousness of Yom Kippur can allow us to recognize humanity's inner unity. Why is self-hatred rising among some Jews?What could drive Jews to hating themselves because of being Jewish? Gadi Taub: The Elites Vs. The PeopleDr. Gadi Taub is probably one of the most hated and despised people among Tel Aviv’s intellectual elite. Why? The dire consequences of errorsThis is the greatest tactical mistake made by any Prime Minister of Israel. It happened in 2005. The American failure and its impact on IsraelAmerica has shown that it can not be relied upon. T'shuva: We can know a lot, but not everythingWe don't know why G-d created the world, nor why He gave us free will, but we can hopefully see and understand the gift of T'shuva. Why do Jews hate Jews?What could drive Jews to hating themselves because of being Jewish? The wordless sound of the deepest prayerCelebrating the birthday of man with our Father & Creator. Rosh Hashanah’s universal message unites Jews and gentilesOn standing before Hashem at the renewal of creation. The Jew who studied in an Islamic collegeAvi Shalev wanted to obtain a teaching certificate in order to teach Arabic in schools. He did it in a unique way. Lessons to be learned from AfghanistanThe United States fled Afghanistan and left ruins there. Israel needs to learn the lesson from this event. The power of the Jewish joyThere are Jews who do keep the mitzvot, but they do not do that with joy. They need to be shown the beauties of a Torah way of life. Aliyah and Grief: the Diaspora BluesAliyah process: Adjusting to loss like the ancient Hebrews adjusting to the loss of ‘security’ in being slaves in Egypt. Understanding Today's Diaspora JewThe choice to remain in exile - within the context of the larger Jewish story. The Need to Bring Israel's Soldiers to the Temple MountWhat makes the first fruits offering so unique and why does Torah connect it to Israel entering her land? Overcoming the peril of existential angst and fearJoy and thankfulness: The antidote to Amalek. Black Lives Matter – Israeli stylePolish pogroms, true to their tradition. We must not remain silent: It is time to launch an attack on Israel's enemiesBDS organizations and other haters of Israel are attacking the Jewish state. It is time to fight them with all of the Jewish people. What are the excuses not to make Aliyah?Is there a future for Jews in Israel to make a fortune? Kabul in chaos and wildfire about JerusalemReleasing the inner beauty from the husks of our enemy. Our arsenal of weapons in the battle against fearIt’s Elul, and the world is in chaos and bewildered…perfect timing. Our government of shameThe absurdity of the Norwegian Law: This is how the government uses the law to extend its life. Ben and Jerry's? It doesn't matterHistory and Ice cream: The truth behind a boycott of Israel. The basis for any stable regime: Judges and policemenThe gentle path to walk according to the Jewish laws and tradition. Rav Kook, 'Religious Zionism' & Diaspora JewsThe challenges of relating to Jewish identity & Jewish issues within the context of a foreign civilization. What should stop Jews from making Aliyah?Can all these other restrictions because of Covid be greater than G-d’s most sacred Mitzvah? So many stocks – how do I pick a good one?How does an investor pick a good stock when there are so many to choose from? Minding the gates of our soulsThe wake-up call of the shofar: Upgrading who we are in the month of Elul. Officers and judges at the gates of our consciousness"You shall be wholehearted with Hashem your G-d:" Don’t be afraid of tomorrow. Is Judaism Torah Law or tribal history?A tale of two drinks. Elephants and donkeys: US politics deep diveMeet Yiftach Dayan, a commentator of American politics and author of the Hebrew blog “On Elephants and Donkeys.” What does God want from us?We learn a lot about the commandments - but what is really behind them? 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Jewish prayer on the Temple MountTu B'Av & Shabbat Nachamu: Love, consolation and a change in the world. Where is God? Are we not worthy of better?It is always happening on Tisha B'Av.Will the US administration really protect Israel from Iran?Iran is an existential threat to Israel, but the US administration is determined to reach an agreement with it. Asking ourselves: What did we do to bring redemption closer?How many Jews today, Torah observant Jews, do more than pay lip-service to the building of the Third Beit HaMikdash? |
