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What Is Prophecy and Why Don’t We Have It Nowadays?
Prophecy, called nevuah in Hebrew, is found in numerous places in Tanach. It is considered a basic tenet of Judaism, but how exactly do we define prophecy and why is it not found in contemporary times? Rav Yaakov Weinberg zt”l defines prophecy as “the reality of man receiving a direct and clear message from God.…
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The Company That Shapes Us
We like to think we know why we believe what we believe…
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What Shabbat Teaches us About Jewish Vacation
The Jewish view of time is that it is our most precious commodity. We are enjoined to maximize every moment to its fullest; hayom katzar, ve’hamlacha merubah. The day is short, the work is plenty. What is the Jewish attitude towards vacation? What are the landing pads of rest that Hashem gifted us with, and…
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Is Self-Care Aligned with Torah Values?
Self-care. It’s a buzzword. It brings to mind a variety of images…
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The Eyes, Windows of the Soul: A Torah Perspective on Crying
Laughter emerges from the vocal system, but tears spring from the eyes…
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Is the “Pursuit of Happiness” a Jewish Concept?
Our discussion will start by exploring the first chapter of Mesillat Yesharim…
