Fasting: Uncovering Our Essence
by Rabbi Dovid RosenfeldFasting enables us to discover what is truly important to us.
The fast of the Tenth of Tevet begins Jan 8, 2017 at dawn
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Siege of Jerusalem
The Tenth of Tevet marks Nebuchadnezzar's siege of Jerusalem 2,500 years ago. What is the message for us today?
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Lighting the Fire
by Rebecca PollackThat day in the doctor's office, I lit a match and threw it onto the Holy Temple.
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Babylon's Fallen Tyrant
by Rabbi Shraga SimmonsSaddam Hussein saw himself as the reincarnation of Nebuchadnezzar. And he suffered the same ignoble fate.
Rosh Hashanah: Can’t Stop the Feeling
Justin Timberlake, celebrating the new year and the joy of being Jewish.
Knowing Your Life Matters
On Rosh Hashanah, identify your unique mission and responsibility to live a life filled with purpose.
A Survivor of Iraqi Horror
Elisha Cohen’s family was the victim of unimaginable terror under Saddam Hussein. But he survived to tell the world.
Jewish Students have Religious Rights Too
A memo to Jewish students: know your rights and protect yourself from discrimination.
8 Little-Known Facts about Jewish Pirates
Some Jews turned to piracy as a way to fight against Spain and Portugal, the hosts of the brutal Inquisition.
Take Mental Illness Out of the Closet
One in 25 Americans live with a serious mental illness, 9 times more than people who have cancer.
Moving into a Religious Community
For years our fears and comfort prevented us from selling our home to move into a more vibrant Jewish community.
Inspiring Jewish Quotes for Rosh Hashanah
Some inspiring Jewish quotes to help guide you in your resolutions for the New Year.
My Yoga Teacher’s Murder Became the Sound of the Shofar
Randy Smith’s death propelled me to go beyond my perceived limits.
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's Divorce
Instead of mindless speculation about other peoples ruined relationships, let’s focus on how we can better our own marriages.
3 Ways to Give Your Family a Spiritual Makeover
The High Holidays are an ideal time to strengthen the spiritual well-being of your home.
A Scrumptious Rosh Hashanah Meal
Combining the flavors of pomegranate, sweet honey, and apples into an unforgettable menu.
Going Nowhere in Dating
After years of dating I feel I’m still nowhere closer to finding my soul mate.
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Conversion and Love
My boyfriend is an observant Jew, I want to convert, and my mother is freaking out.
6 Constant - #3 - God Is One
Life is full of distractions from the underlying reality of God's existence.
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The Most Important Letter You’ll Write
A powerful exercise everyone should do to prepare for the High Holidays.
How to Braid a Round Challah
Just in time for Rosh Hashanah! Three easy techniques on how to braid a round challah. Learn how to braid a six and four strand challah as well as challah rolls!
Silence and the Shofar
The shofar is our ancient meditation, encouraging us to withdraw from the noise of life and go in.
Get Clarity: Aish.com's Rosh Hashanah Music Video
Fun, inspiring Rosh Hashanah music video to enjoy and share.
More Jewish Traffic Signs
Some traffic signs that We Jews can understand, from my JTB (Jewish Traffic Blog).
High Holiday Seat Tips
Get the best bang for your buck out of your High Holiday seats in shul this year.
