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Contrasting Worldviews: Greek Philosophy and Jewish Thought
The spread of Greek philosophy and culture, especially during the time of Alexander the Great, profoundly impacted many societies, including the Jewish people. In this article, we’ll explore how this worldview influenced Jewish life and thought and how key Jewish figures responded to the challenges posed by Greek philosophy. Let’s begin by understanding a key…
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Comparing Chanuka and Shabbat Candles
“For the candle of Hashem is the soul of man.” (Mishlei 26:6) There is something so mesmerizing and transcendental about the flickering flame of a candle, that it merits comparison to the soul of man. There is a mitzvah to light candles every Friday afternoon to welcome in the holy Shabbat, and there is a…
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What Is the Connection between Sukkot, Simcha and Olam HaBa?
Olam HaBa, the World to Come, is what imparts meaning and happiness to our current lives…
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How Can We Celebrate Simchat Torah This Year?
We feel guilty to celebrate when there are still precious members of our nation held hostage…
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Can a Woman Dance with a Sefer Torah?
Communal dancing to celebrate Simchat Torah dates back as far as Geonic times, but the practice looked quite different to today…
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Simchat Torah: Happy Wife, Happy Life!
Rabbi Tanhum quotes Rabbi Hanilai, who said that a man who lives without a wife lives without blessing, goodness, and true joy…
