בס”ד The Jewish New Year Rosh Hashanah, the 1st of the Hebrew month of Tishrei, is the true New Year, the birthday of the universe, the day that G-d created Adam and Eve. How does the Hebrew date of Rosh Hashanah correspond to the secular calendar? Well, for example, this… Read More »THE NEW YEAR OF THE WORLD
בס”ד Introduction Chanukah, also known as the Festival of Lights, commemorates the historical triumph of the Maccabees over religious oppression and the miraculous eight-day burning of the menorah. This celebration symbolizes resilience, faith, and the enduring spirit of the Jewish people against adversity. Chanukah, the story The story of Chanukah… Read More »CHANUKAH – 5785
בס”ד Trust in G-d: The Lesson of Moses’ Fear This blog provides a summary of the lessons taught by Rabbi Serber, based on different talks by the Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, published in Likutey Sichot, volume 36, page 1. The topic of the lesson is the fear Moses experienced… Read More »BITACHON – TRUST IN G-D
בס”ד The Universal Impact of Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah: G-d’s Sovereignty and the World This blog offers a brief insight into the Chassidic discourse of the Lubavitcher Rebbe from 1965 for Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah. It is highly recommended to watch the full lesson series of Rebbe Tuvia… Read More »THE UNIVERSAL IMPACT OF SHEMINI ATZERET AND SIMCHAT TORAH
בס”ד Introduction Tisha B’Av is the 9th day of the Hebrew month of Av. In 2024, Tisha B’Av falls on August 12-13. On this day, the saddest day on the Jewish calendar, Jews observe a complete fast lasting approximately 25 hours and 40 minutes, during which they refrain from eating… Read More »TISHA B’AV – SIGNIFICANCE AND PRACTICES
בס”ד Introduction More than 3,300 years ago, at the foot of Mount Sinai, an extraordinary event unfolded that would change the course of history. On the morning of Sivan 6, the Jewish people stood in awe as Moses ascended the mountain to receive the Torah from G-d. This pivotal moment… Read More »SHAVUOT – AFFIRMATION OF THE 7 NOAHIDE LAWS
בס”ד The 49 Days of “the Omer” and what Noahides can learn from them Introduction During the weeks after their Exodus from Egypt the Jewish people counted the days, in eager anticipation of receiving the Torah from G-d at Mount Sinai. They counted 49 days before the day of the… Read More »WHAT CAN NOAHIDES LEARN FROM “THE OMER”?
בס”ד Introduction Dive into the timeless tale of Pesach, where the interconnected roles of Moses and Aaron illuminate the path to redemption. Explore the profound significance of Torah and prayer in fostering human transformation and spiritual growth. This exploration unveils not only the historical context of the Exodus but also… Read More »PESACH: REDEMPTION THROUGH TORAH AND PRAYER
Chanukah coincides each year with the reading of the story of Joseph in the cycle of weekly Torah portions. Our sages have discovered numerous connections between this holiday and the Joseph narrative. I’d like to suggest an additional connection to help us appreciate what might be Chanukah’s underlying spiritual motif.… Read More »THE MYSTICAL LIGHT OF CHANUKAH
בס”ד Introduction Abraham’s journey weaves a tale of faith, obedience, and Divine intervention, spotlighting the blessings and birthright. The blessing, a Divine reward, promises patriarch hood and spiritual impact, while the birthright signifies legal entitlement and spiritual dedication. Distinguishing them, the blessing encompasses Divine promises and legacy impact, whereas the… Read More »ABRAHAM’S BLESSING VS ISAAC’S BIRTHRIGHT IN THE LIGHT OF CHANUKAH
