Two Jews three opinions … Why do we argue? (Vayishlach)
Jews often self effacingly quip about our penchant for arguing, for fighting … whining. It’s almost like a badge of honor: Two Jews, three opinions….
Put Gratitude in that Attitude (Thanksgiving)
Two nights ago, it was getting late and I was complaining about something or other (shocking). My wonderful girlfriend said that before I to sleep,…
Is it Two People or a Cup of Wine? The Answer is Torah. (Toldot)
I love optical illusions. As a child, I would beg my parents to buy me the latest book filled with visible oddities and conundrums. This…
They’re just words? (Matot)
The g’vurot is the second prayer of the Amidah. In it, we praise God’s limitless power. The traditional prayer tells us that God is so…
Intentions, Decisions, ACTions (Pinchas)
A poor woman had two children, and all of them were starving. One morning, the woman came upon a perfectly round egg. The children squealed…
Be the blessing (Balak)
Shabbat Shalom! “Ma Tovu Ohalecha Ya’akov” – How lovely are your tents, O Jacob. Traditionally, Jews say this prayer to themselves upon entering the synagogue….