Pesach 5784
This year, especially, as we approach the holiday of Pesach, we may feel like the Jews in Egypt did before Hashem redeemed them. It seems as if the world is caving in around us. Antisemitism is rapidly accelerating as…
The Boy with the Oversized Head
Parshas Vayikra and Purim 5784
It was clear that Paul Bryant was different the moment he was born. He did look a bit strange, his head seemed almost bigger than his body, but all babies are born looking a little strange, so his parents weren’t…
Purim 5784
Purim תשפ"ד מגילת אסתר (Megilat Esther), The Book of Esther, chronicles the series of events leading up to Haman’s death decree for every Jewish man, woman, and child, and the dramatic, unprecedented turn of events, which brought about their salvation…
Avinu Malkeinu: Rosh Chodesh Adar II
RCLS | Dr. Janet Snider
Adar I: Avinu Malkeinu – Our Father Our King
RCLS | Mrs. Seema Selmar
Tales from the Stoveside
Parshas Mikeitz and Chanukah
Last night we had a Chanukah party at my house. I was busy preparing for an important lecture, so I was hoping to stay out of the kitchen entirely. But just when I thought I was free and clear, I…