It’s difficult to know where exactly the crisis over a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine will end. Yet no matter whether Russian President Vladimir Putin seizes more of the former … more

The saddest part of our parasha is Hashem’s declaration to Moshe forbidding him from entering Eretz Yisrael: Hashem said to Moshe, “Go up to this mount Abarim and look at the land … more

As Shabbat Chayei Sarah approaches, we are reminded of Hebron's prominent place in Jewish history. According to the biblical narrative, Abraham’s wife Sarah died in Hebron. … more

With a small push, yet surprisingly little creativity, we can easily notice that the Exodus from Egypt mirrors the events that surround the last evening of the existence of Sodom. In Egypt, the … more

By Rabbi Avi Billet Issue of March 27, 2009 / 2 Nissan 5769 In his comment on Exodus 12:15, former Chief Rabbi of England Rabbi J.H. Hertz writes, “Leaven is the symbol of corruption, … more

by Miriam Bradman Abraham Issue of January 22, 2010/ 7 Shvat 5770 We parents have the difficult responsibility to educate our children, but recently I have noticed the tables have turned. … more

Issue of May 7, 2010/ 23 Iyar, 5770 The worldwide statistics regarding damage caused by the eruption of a volcano in Iceland are mind-boggling. The number of air travelers whose plans were disrupted … more

Dear That's Life, It is nice to go away, but it is even nicer to come home. Getting home, however, was not as easy as it should have been for many travelers who flew the coop this winter break. … more

The Talmud in Kiddushin (40b) has a fascinating passage describing the merits process, which is quite applicable to this time of year. more

I have a hard time understanding the role of Aharon, Moshe’s brother, in the exodus story. When he is first appointed to be the leader/redeemer of Israel, Moshe presents a number of arguments as to why he is not the best man for the job. He may even hint to the idea that Aharon would be a more worthy choice. more