Chayei Sarah — None of them Canaanites for my boy…
A few years ago, I had an article published in the United Synagogue Review about lessons on intermarriage, mostly derived
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Month: October 2010
Vayera 5771 – Welcoming Visitors
Hachnasat orchim, welcoming visitors, is one of my family’s favorite commandments. We very much enjoy welcoming visitors; this week we
Read MoreThe Loyalty Oath is Contrary to Jewish Values
Originally published October 14, 2010 by the Jerusalem Post. Instead of wasting time, energy, and damaging Israel’s standing with meaningless
Read MorePrayer for Those who Contemplate Suicide
Prayer for those who contemplate suicide El Harachamim, compassionate God Rofei lishvurei lev, healer of shattered hearts Grant strength and
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Today's "Leff family Beit Midrash" studied Pirkei Avot 1:14. Hillel's famous saying: "If I am not for myself, then who
Read MoreLiving with a nuclear Iran
There are those, like my esteemed teacher Rabbi Daniel Gordis, who maintain that Iran must not be allowed to have
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