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Thief, Gambler, or Angel?

The stranger was Esau’s guardian angel, and the battle represented the struggle between Jacob and Esau, archetypes of the two polar forces in existence which stand in perpetual battle.

An Ode To The Amateur

Weekly Op-Ed • 6 Comments

In a world inundated by “professionals,” “experts” and “sophisticated” gadgets we can sure use a little dose of amateurism…

Who You Are Should Define What You Do

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Rabbi Simon Jacobson talks about discovering your true identity. Learn the difference between form and function, means and ends, and how to strengthen your character and assert who you are — your true inner self.

Sukkot: How False A World?

Essays •Weekly Op-Ed • 2 Comments

As we celebrate the Jewish holiday season, one of the important challenges facing us today is to make the holidays come alive by recognizing their relevance

Finding Your True Passion In Life

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How can you find your passion in life? You need only look inside yourself: You already have it; you only have access to it. Your very soul is a passionate ball of fire — a burning flame waiting to be released.

Listen to Your Body

Weekly Op-Ed •July 6th, 2017• 2 Comments

What is most fascinating about this concept is that usually we associate awareness with the soul. Yet, Jewish mysticism teaches that the body too was created by G-d. It therefore contains unique Divine energy of its own. Indeed, the body carries enormous power stemming from the Essence of G-d, which in some ways is superior even to the energy of the soul!