Rabbi Johnny Solomon discusses Tu Bishvat (ט”ו בשבט), which is the Hebrew term for the date ‘the 15th of Shevat’. But what is this minor festival all about? He presents 5 facts to help you understand this festival.
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Rabbi Johnny Solomon discusses living in sukkot, or temporary dwellings, both physical and digital.
Rabbi Johnny Solomon writes about Ji Calendar, because you need to know when the Jewish holidays take place, what days you need to take off for Yom Kippur, and when you need to start planning your Chanukah shopping.
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.
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.
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.
Rabbi Johnny Solomon explores the meaning of Yom Hazikaron, when we remember the people who died to protect the State of Israel, and Yom Ha’atzmaut, when we celebrate the real miracle that is the State of Israel.
Rabbi Johnny Solomon explores the meaning of Yom Hazikaron, when we remember the people who died to protect the State of Israel, and Yom Ha’atzmaut, when we celebrate the real miracle that is the State of Israel.
Rabbi Johnny Solomon explains how Lag Ba’Omer is a multi-layered day of celebration which is often misunderstood. He explains the different elements of this mysterious day and suggests how it can be explored further – both with your children and students.
