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ROSH HASHANAH

Another Year, Another Chance

Another year—and another Rosh Hashanah—is upon us. Last year, we all made resolutions to change and, in many cases, we…

JEWISH LIVING

Why Is It So Hard to Change? The Six Obstacles to Teshuvah

“Of course a person should do teshuvah, but I am a bit puzzled. I observe Shabbos, I keep kosher and…

INSPIRATION

Reflections on the Power of Prayer

There was a time when talking informally to Hashem was part of the fabric of Torah society.

JEWISH CULTURE

A Chazzan’s Reflections on the Days of Awe

A new perspective of the Yamim Noraim and praying on behalf of the congregation

INSPIRATION

The Shofar Blower

Inspiring stories from a hospital shofar blower. Transcending meaning to the shofar blasts.

RECIPES

Simanim—Sign Me Up for a Sweet, Healthy New Year!

Incorporate the simanim into your yom tov baking with pomegranate chicken, apple strudel and more!

OPINION

How Was Your Davening?

Every year, as certainly as Rosh Hashanah occurs on the first two days of Tishrei and Yom Kippur occurs on…

JEWISH LAW

What’s the Truth about . . . Kissing the Mezuzah?

Misconception: There is a Talmudic source for the common practice of kissing the mezuzah upon entering and exiting a room.…

ROSH HASHANAH

For the Love of Honey

Toronto-based accountant Len Goldberg often tells friends and family that he runs a successful “sting operation.” A part-time apiarist for…

JEWISH LAW

A Torah Guide for the Digital Age: The Ten Tenets of Social Media

Technology is changing faster today than at any other time in history. These developments affect our lives in many wonderful,…

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