American Jewry’s Dangerous Intervention In An Israeli Culture War
For American Jewish liberals and the legacy organizations they dominate, the impulse to take sides in a debate that is polarizing Israeli politics was irresistible. So, it was unsurprising, if disappointing, to see with what eagerness they weighed in on this week’s Knesset vote on the first part of the judicial reform package put forward […]
Parshas Vaeschanan – Actual Eyes
There is a fascinating phenomenon that takes place during climactic points of a professional sports game. That is, the vast majority of fans take out their phones and video what’s transpiring. Ironically, as a result of this strange practice, the more significant and important moments of a game actually get fewer amounts of actual observers! […]
Parshas Vaeschanan/Nachamu – Good Grief
One thousand, nine hundred and ninety-five years ago, the Bais HaMikdash was destroyed. We have been grieving for a long time. I recently discovered a psychiatric syndrome known as Prolonged Grief Disorder. The symptoms of this condition include: Feeling as though part of you has died. A sense of disbelief about the death. Avoidance of […]
R' Ori Strum: Motiv8 Parshah Flyer to Print for Your Shabbos Table (Vaeschanan/Nachamu)
Seven Mile Market Hours Through Friday, July 28
Severe Heat Alert: Excessive Heat Warning in Effect Until Motzaei Shabbos in Baltimore
Baltimore, MD – July 28, 2023 – 8:52AM – The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for Baltimore, which will be in effect until 8:00 PM Motzaei Shabbos. The Excessive Heat Warning signifies dangerously hot conditions, with heat index values anticipated to reach up to 111.
Daily Dvar Halacha – July 28, 10 AV – Music and Swimming When? (Video)
Watch Rabbi Labish Becker on Ve’eschanan 5783: Comfort 2.0 (Video)
Rabbi Shmuel Silber – Parsha Perspectives: The Pain of Consolation (Vaeschanan)
“Nachamu Nachamu Ami, be consoled, be consoled my people (Isaiah 40:1).” We read these beautiful words of the prophet Yeshayahu (Isaiah) on the Shabbos immediately following Tisha B’Av. When the fast ends, we feel euphoric, excited, and optimistic. But why? What is different? The Temple has not yet been rebuilt, anti-Semitism still exists, and there is […]
