Rosh Hashanah (New Year) Guide for the Perplexed 2017 / 5778
On Rosh Hashanah, one is expected to plan a spiritual and behavioral road map for the entire year. So when one hears the shofar blow,the trip begins.
Coronavirus Q&A with Rav Hershel Schachter
Questions and answers with Rav Hershel Schachter shlit”a, regarding situations arising from the coronavirus crisis. Transcribed by Rabbi Pini Dunner (assisted by Michael Bernstein). This transcript has been approved by Rav Hershel...
Sanzer Rebbe: Don’t Fret About Cleaning For Pesach
Although righteous women have been accustomed to devoting all their energy to preparing the house for Passover, this year must be different.
What are the Three Weeks & Tisha B’Av?
The Jewish national period of mourning.
Halakhic Differences Between Sephardic And Ashkenazi Traditions
Sephardic Jews are very strict in not keeping hametz in their homes during Pesah.
Shavuot (Pentecost): Guide for the Perplexed, 2018
Chag Sameach-Happy Shavuout!
17th of Tammuz
17th of Tammuz: Beginning 3 weeks of mourning for the destruction of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem.
Seder Customs From Around The World
The house is clean. The last bit of chametz has been burned. What happens next?
Sukkot (the Feast of Tabernacles) Guide for the Perplexed, 2017
Sukkot has played a key role in the reconstruction of the Jewish Homeland and the ingathering of Jews – and their transition - to the Land of Israel.
Rosh Hashanah (New Year) Guide for the Perplexed, 2021
Wishing you a healthy, challenging and rewarding year
How Early Can One Read The Megillah At Night?
In Mishnaic times, the Megillah was read as early as the 11th of Adar in some towns.
Purim Guide for the Perplexed
Rules, halachot, laws and history for Purim. Have a Happy Purim!
What are the Three Weeks & Tisha B’Av?
The Jewish national period of mourning.
Hannukah Starts Tonight So Here’s 18 Differences Between Chanukah & Christmas
Put on your yarmulke, Here comes Chanukah; So much funukah, To celebrate Chanukah; Chanukah is the festival of lights:
Instead of one day of presents, we have eight crazy nights
Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement) Guide for the Perplexed, 2020
Fascinating insights into Yom Kippur
Shavou’ot (Pentecost): Guide for the Perplexed, 2017
Chag Sameach-Happy Shavuout!
Ari Fuld on the Holidays | Passover: Freedom vs. Responsibility – 5778 (2018)
Ari Fuld discusses: What are we celebrating on Passover and what are the lessons to be learned?
The Meaning of Today’s 10th of Tevet Fast
Asara B’Teves, the 10th of Teves, commemorates the beginning of the siege of Jerusalem by the Babylonian ruler Nebuchadnezzar that ultimately culminated with the First Temple’s destruction on the 9th of Av the following year.
Yom Kippur in a Nutshell
How does Yom Kippur help us focus on the future and on making a change?
Ari Fuld on the Real Miracle of Chanukah
Ari Fuld uncovers and explores the real miracle and lessons of Chanukah.
Ari Fuld on Shavuot: On the Indigenous People of Israel and Why There is...
Ari talks about the holidays of Shavuot and Yom Kippur, the Shofar that connects the two holidays, and the indigenous people of the Land of Israel.
Sukkot (Feast of Tabernacles) Guide for the Perplexed, 2018
Sukkot Sameach!
The Customs Of Tu B’Shvat
One should take the opportunity afforded by Tu B'Shvat to reflect and thank G-d for the fruits that He has created for our enjoyment.
How Late May One Eat the Purim Se’udah?
Many authorities rule that it is preferable to continue the meal after nightfall as a way of acknowledging the semi-festive character of the next day, i.e., Shushan Purim.
The Magical Power of ‘If I Have Found Favor in your Eyes’
In the phrase I appear to be passive, but a deeper examination reveals that I am the active component: it is my active seeking of your grace that ingratiates me in you.
Sukkot (Feast of Tabernacles) Guide for the Perplexed, 2020
Wishing all a healthy and festive Sukkot
Ari Fuld on the Real Miracle of Chanukah
Ari Fuld uncovers and explores the real miracle and lessons of Chanukah.
Ari Fuld on Shavuot: On the Indigenous People of Israel and Why There is...
Ari talks about the holidays of Shavuot and Yom Kippur, the Shofar that connects the two holidays, and the indigenous people of the Land of Israel.
SHVII SHEL PESACH: The Essential Bones of Yoseph
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