When Does the Fetus Receive Its Soul?
It is clear to scientists that at around the fortieth day after conception, the fetus gains the status of a…
The Illusion of Control
While Hashem holds the ultimate “keys,” he gives us a set of our own
Elul – The Effects We Have on Others
This is the season for change, for reinforcing the positive and taking steps to divest ourselves of the negative
2000 Years Ago They Kept Kosher
Archaeological digging in ancient Jerusalem refuse dumps shows people in Jerusalem ate kosher…
How Much do You Pay for the Half Shekel Mitzva?
A digest of how much to pay in many major currencies.
Genetics and our sages – Rabbi Zamir Cohen
Did You Know, That recently discovered Laws of Genetics were Known and Practiced Thousands of Years ago by our Sages?
48 Ways to Love and Be Loved
Rabbi Noach Weinberg, the rosh yeshiva of Aish Hatorah, explains the 48 ways to attain wisdom from ancient Jewish sources,…
Writing a Torah Scroll and Sewing a Torah Scroll Mantel for a Reform Temple
May one write a Torah scroll for a Reform congregation, because after all, they are Jews and are obligated in…
Borei Nefashot: After-Blessing on Other Foods
Borei Nefashot is recited after eating vegetables, meat, fish, eggs, dairy products, fruits (except for olives, dates, etc. which are…
Shmittah – A Triple Crop in the Sixth Year
No one can possibly predict in advance with any certainty how much the crop will increase in years to come,…
