His name is Nissim – which means miracles in Hebrew. An apt description of his life.
Chasidic Israeli filmmaker Rama Burshtein’s new film tells the fascinating story of a Chassidic family in Tel Aviv – almost as fascinating as Rama Burshtein’s own story.
Spending three days with non-religious Israelis, I discovered surprising things about them, and myself.
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As a child of Holocaust survivor, it's hard for me to imagine that a product of my womb will openly declare his Jewishness to any and all who see him.
Should I let my teenaged son hang out with his friends or should I insist on a plan?
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One day, we're all going on a long journey. We need to take along enough nourishment to last for eternity.
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I knew I possessed super powers. I just had to sort through the baggage of a few generations to find them.
How do I assess when things are stuck, versus moving slowly forward?
Three practical steps to help you find your soul mate.
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What can happen when we see everything as being fully within our grasp and under our control.
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The Bible's major role in the creation of the United States and its democracy.
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Seven remarkable milestones that defy historical patterns and fulfill ancient prophecies.
A 22-page thought-provoking compendium of insights and inspiration to enhance the day.
Has anyone who’s against the NSA’s policy of phone and email tapping come up with a better way to find terrorists?
Published: September 17, 2011
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Lori Palatnik is a writer and Jewish educator who has appeared on television and radio, and is the author of "Friday Night and Beyond: The Shabbat Experience Step-By-Step," "Remember My Soul - What to do in Memory of a Loved One," and co-author of "Gossip: 10 Pathways to Eliminate It From Your Life and Transform Your Soul." She is a much sought-after international speaker, having lectured in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, U.K., Central America, South America, South Africa and Israel, including featured talks at Yale, Brown and Penn. She lives in the Washington D.C. area, with her husband, Rabbi Yaakov Palatnik. Lori is the Founder of The Jewish Women's Renaissance Project, an international initiative that brings over 1,000 women to Israel each year from ten different countries on highly subsidized programs to inspire them with the beauty and wisdom of their heritage. She is the busy mother of five children, ages 24 to 14; and her son, Zev, just finished serving as a sharpshooter in the IDF. Her weekly video blog, "Lori Almost Live" is a popular feature on aish.com, viewed by over 50,000 people each month.
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(9) Henry, November 8, 2011 5:19 PM
I'm blessed
I'm thankful for every appearance of "Lori. Almost Live." I get a blessing with each listen. I live in a non-Jewish world so each time I can read at AISH and hear from Lori I get a blessing. Thank you!
(8) Anonymous, October 28, 2011 12:24 PM
captioning of Lori Almost Live
Mazel tov on captioning Lori Almost Live. I am one of the many Jewish deaf individuals who lives in the metro Washington D.C. area and the nation, who rely on captioning. Having access to Jewish information makes a world of a difference. It keeps me Jewishly connected. Keep up the great work and keep this project funded.
(7) Steve Cordova, September 21, 2011 12:34 AM
You've given me a better understanding of the Torah
When I first went onto Aish it was out of curiousity, and now I am new at studying the Torah. I thought that after I gave up on Catholicism long ago that I was only going to have a general spiritual belief in god rather than adopting another religion. But the more that I have learned about Judaism and the Torah, the more I realize that it is a practical religion of life, and it corresponds more with who I am at my core level and what I am looking for. Thank you Lori and the other religious teachers at Aish.com for assisting in my spiritual enlightenment.
(6) Ann Brady, September 20, 2011 11:40 PM
Torah is Life
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful, Lori. Where would any of us be without Torah. Thanks so much for reminding us. Shanah Tova!
(5) Antonio Perez, September 20, 2011 9:05 PM
If it's not practical, it's not Torah
What you said is so very true. Thank you very much Lori. I hope more people will read the Torah and apply it to their lives. How rich it will be. G-d's wisdom for our everyday lives. And, thank Him in faith.