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Stigma
A proud polio survivor, I was blissfully unaware of the stigma many attach to paralysis and deformity. Until I wanted to start dating.
Bibi’s Breach of Protocol
Echoes of Queen Esther who broke protocol in the face of an Iranian threat to destroy her people.
Archeology & Jewish Life in Ancient Babylonia
An exciting exhibit presents direct evidence of the Jewish community in Babylonia right before and after the destruction of the First Temple.
Muslim Ring of Peace
Over 650 young Muslims have volunteered to guard Oslo Synagogue on Shabbat in support of the Jewish people.
Severing Contact with Divorced Sister-in-Law
Our brother demands that we end our relationship with his first wife. None of his siblings want to.
Five Strategies for Increasing Happiness
It's the time of year to increase your level of joy. Here's how.
Self-Confidence and Dating
Attaining the self-assurance you need to achieve true intimacy with another person.
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Kabbala #1: What Is Kabbala?
Kabbala is the Torah's expression of the way the world works. Removed from its source, it's a lot of rubbish. (First in a series.)
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God's Calling Card
Sometimes receiving a sign that God is orchestrating events can transform one’s life.
Purim: Redeeming the Sin of Eden
A video series that takes a closer, more grown-up look at the Book of Esther.
Purim by Numbers
Amazing infographic to SHARE with your friends and family about Judaism's most fun holiday.
Kingsman: The Secret Service
Mathew Vaughn’s new film has at its core the message that “Manners maketh man”. Or, to put it into Jewish terms, “Manners maketh mensch.” A surprisingly fitting Purim message.
ManSpeak Vs. WomanSpeak 2
Men whatever you do, never tell your wife that her clothes look, or her food tastes “fine.”
Jtube: Jackie Mason on the Dean Martin Show
What responsibility do you as a citizen feel that you have to support your government?
Understanding Lag B'Omer
by Yair DanielsohnWhat lies behind this enigmatic festival? And why the bonfires?
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The Commandment of Counting
by Rebbetzin Tziporah HellerCounting the Omer teaches us mindfulness, and opens our hearts to the power of stories.
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Make the Omer Count
by Rabbi Shraga SimmonsInstead of counting "down" toward the big day, we count "up" from one to 50. Why?