When No is Greater than Yes

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Avoiding the wrong thing is better than doing the right thing; protecting is better than serving (Samech Vav) as seen in Parshat Naso and the wilderness.

Shavuot: The Twins – Duality & Unity

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The concept of duality in matters of body and spirit are examined with respect to the opposing natures of twins Jacob and Esau.

Humiliation: The Spirituality of Embarrassment

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Discover why nothing is wrong with you, and in fact why it is quite positive, to feel humiliated. In Judaism, enlightenment does not come from being indifferent. Rather, experiencing embarrassment is a sign of being emotionally healthy.

Practical Spirituality for the Uninspired

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By Mordechai Gutnick, Brooklyn, NY
How can we serve Hashem wholeheartedly, irrespective of our current emotions and feelings? How do we overcome feelings of sluggishness and despair and operate on a higher level of consciousness?

Taming Your Donkey

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By Joshua Krisch, New York, NY
Am I, as a Jew, supposed to take pride in my work or love my job? Let’s delve into this Chassidic guide to thriving in the modern workplace.

Unity

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By Tzipora Elberg, New York, NY
Harmony. A concert. An orchestra. A thriving business. A flourishing school or camp. A lovely functional family. A happy home. What’s the common thread that calls to and breeds success?

Deciphering the Code

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By Yaakov Wagner, Morristown, NJ
Discover how Torah study is a deeply personal and transformative experience that brings a Jew to a fulfilled and meaningful life.

The Kabbalah of Curses

Questions & Answers •Weekly Op-Ed •June 2nd, 2016• 1 Comment

The 49 curses listed in the Torah portion of Bechukosei evokes an interesting question: what possible benefit can be found in these curses?

The Secret to Giving Birth

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Hypocrisy

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There are times that an opportunity to do something good arises, and although we know what is right, we tell ourselves that our past misdeeds have already defined us. Discover the myth behind hypocrisy.