mitzvah

Severely wounded inside Gaza, Ziv Shilon says one thought about his mother gave him the strength to survive.

What does halacha say about borrowing another person’s tallit, siddur, or sefarim in synagogue without asking first?

Discover the spiritual power, halachic obligation, and eternal importance of Torah study in Judaism

After rushing to save a wounded man in a neighborhood shooting, Daniel made a shocking medical discovery doctors say likely saved his own life.

From buying to placement, everything you need to know to ensure your mezuzah is truly kosher.

Returning lost property isn’t just for big finds. Even a single coin counts. Learn when you must return an item and when you may keep it under Jewish law.

When and how to light, the blessings, who is obligated, and the deeper spiritual significance of this cherished Jewish mitzvah

Discover the spiritual power of separating challah, its deep Jewish meaning, and the blessings women experience through this special mitzvah

A practical guide to the mitzvah of counting the Omer, including timing, blessings, missed days, and customs for men, women, and children

Explore the biblical source, halachic details, mourning customs, and deeper spiritual meaning of the 49-day journey from Passover to Shavuot

When a Viennese doctor warned Rabbi Ben Zion Halberstam that smoking was harmful, he immediately stopped — citing the Torah’s command to guard one’s health

A powerful perspective on Pesach cleaning, finding calm before the holiday, turning stress into prayer, and discovering the deeper spiritual purpose of preparation

Timeless guidance on welcoming guests with warmth, setting healthy boundaries, and creating respectful relationships between hosts and visitors

Nearly 20 years after a soldier survived the IDF Helicopter Disaster after accepting this same mitzvah, another soldier shares how tying his shoes according to halacha spared him from gunfire.

In an always-on world, one day each week opens a different kind of space: less striving, more presence, deeper connection to the people around us, to ourselves, and to what truly matters.

What makes the weekly day of rest so special? Rabbi Zamir Cohen offers a clear, no-nonsense take on the power of Shabbat and why it matters in Judaism.

Why Pesach Sheni was added after a heartfelt request from the Jewish people, and how its message of hope, redemption, and spiritual renewal continues to inspire every generation