Rabbi Johnny Solomon discusses the potential of Purim: It is on Purim when we wear masks and pretend we are someone we are not, we should be inspired to become who we can be.
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Whether the Rosh Hashana or Yom Kippur stories have merged over time, the call of the shofar folk-tale teaches us that every Jew can connect to God—whatever their age, status or knowledge level.
Some ideas to keep you keep an even keel with young children on Yom Kippur
Rifki Orzech discusses how sadness was proper for the three sages who cried and laughter was fitting for Rabbi Akiva who had a very different moment of inspiration compared to his companions.
Rabbi Johnny Solomon explains how, like a heart attack, the impact of destruction of the Temples was immediate and debilitating, weakening our national body and soul ever since. This is why the 9th of Av is Judaism’s saddest day.
Rifki Orzech tells the story of Megilat Ruth: Like any good novel, we follow the twists and turns in Naomi and Ruth’s fortunes with bated breath.
Sammy Morhaim lists all the Shavuot traditions, with great explanations.
Rifki Orzech gives an overview of Shavuot – its history and customs.
Rabbi Johnny Solomon writes that we celebrate Shavuot when the Jewish people received the Torah. But while we often focus on what was given, equally important was how it was given.
Yom Ha Shoah, Yom Hazikaron and Yom Ha’atzmaut are important and powerful days, especially for our youth. Education in these fundamental areas of the Jewish journey is a must.
