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Contrasting Women and the Sefira of Netzach
Netzach is the fourth of the seven sefirot and the first of the second group…
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One Day at a Time: The Spiritual Power of Counting the Omer
As human beings, we recognize that we are far from perfect—that our character traits constantly need refinement and growth…
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The Halachot of Sefirat HaOmer
The mitzvah of counting the Omer is a positive time-bound mitzvah from which women are exempt.
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Why Are Women Exempt from Positive Time-Bound Mitzvot?
Much controversy has surrounded women’s exemption from positive time-bound mitzvot, totalling 14 commandments…
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Balance of Brotherhood: What We Can Learn from Rabbi Akiva’s Students
The crucial premise to giving kavod is to see the other as separate from oneself…
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Acharei Mot: Distancing Ourselves from Non-Jewish Practices
This week’s parsha makes reference to what we call “chukot hagoy”, which means the practices of other nations….
