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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I knew I possessed super powers. I just had to sort through the baggage of a few generations to find them.
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The Bible's major role in the creation of the United States and its democracy.
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Published: November 3, 2009
With thanks to Dr. Meir Wikler and Rabbi Paysach Krohn.
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(16) Lisa, March 3, 2013 4:04 AM
"I'm sorry" seems so shallow compared to " I was wrong"
To say those words & really mean it takes strength! Good for anyone who is strong enough!
(15) Hersh, March 1, 2013 6:03 AM
4 most important words
In today's relationships the four most important words , that show you are willing to really communicate are " I'm off my phone".
Lisa, March 3, 2013 4:07 AM
I'm off the phone....
Circa 2013... You are so right !! These 4 words are priceless!!
(14) Anonymous, February 28, 2013 8:12 PM
I, too, have 3 very important words...
The most important 3 words in my marriage are "I appreciate you".
(13) zvi, February 28, 2013 5:43 PM
You are correct
This is spot on. Some of the best times in our relationship were after one of us said those words. A true repentance requires an effort not to repeat the transgression, so (in addition to that effort), I usually also add "and I'll try not to do it again".