Shavuot: Nexus between Man and God
by Rabbi Ahron LopianskyHow Shavuot and its parallel facets of meaning represent the intertwining of God's omnipotence with man's free will.
Shavuot gives us the opportunity to step out of our hectic lives and rekindle the passionate love between us and God.
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The Path to Sinai
by Rabbi Zvi Dov KanotopskyThe three prerequisites to receiving the Torah: diligence, humility and unity.
Shavuot: The Secret of Inspiration
by Charles Harary and Eliyahu RosenWhy did God wait 49 days before giving the Torah?
The Book of Ruth: A Crash Course
by Dina CoopersmithMother of royalty, paradigm of humility and generosity.
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Chosen_
by Rabbi Avi ShafranIt's not our Intelligence Quotients that count, but our Righteousness Quotients.
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The Mission of Torah
by Rabbi David AaronGod does not expect us to be perfect. If we were perfect, we would not have received the Torah.
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Shavuot and the Grateful Dead_
by Batsheva Hirschman FrankelHow I first received the Torah, bedecked in torn jeans and a tattoo.
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Shavuot: A Message to My Son
by Rabbi Yonason GoldsonIt all began on that mountain called Sinai, and ever since, the Jewish people have labored to climb the mountain of morality and virtue, one step at a time.
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Be Real!
by Rabbi Simcha BarnettSome things in life are changing; others are not. Knowing the difference can save you lots of time and energy.
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Lively Overview: The Book of Ruth
by Rabbi Avi GellerThe Book of Ruth is read in synagogue on Shavuot morning. A chapter-by- chapter explanation.
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Shavuot Family Parsha
by Nesanel Yoel SafranA story and discussion questions for parents and kids about Shavuot and the importance of unity.
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The Book of Ruth: A Mystery Unraveled
by Rabbi Noson WeiszShe was a Moabite princess who converted to Judaism in the 10th century BCE, but what does her story have to do with the events at Mount Sinai more than 300 years earlier?
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Shavuot and The Magnificent 7's
by Rabbi Yaakov SalomonAn incredible tapestry of 7's has been woven into the creation. How many can you name?
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Ruth and Reincarnation
by Aliza BulowThe mystery of shoes and the transmigration of spiritual energies.
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ABCs of Shavuot
by Rabbi Shraga SimmonsOne of the holiest days of the Jewish year is also one of the least known. What is Shavuot really all about?
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God's Words
by Rebbetzin Tzipporah HellerNo day in history comes even close in the magnitude of its significance. It was a day when all the assumptions concerning life and its purpose were altered irrevocably.
