Prohibition of Work on Shabbat

Do you define yourself by who you are, or by what you do?

“On the Seventh day you shall rest from all work”. What constitutes work? There are 39 Cardinal prohibitions on the Shabbat, and many off-shoot laws that are derived thereof. The first in a series of eight classes, defining the laws of work on Shabbat.

The second in a series of eight classes, defining the laws of work on Shabbat.

The fourth in a series of eight classes, defining the laws of work on Shabbat.

The fifth in a series of eight classes, defining the laws of work on Shabbat.

When you feel pulled in so many different directions, by all your many responsibilties, how do you find balance?

We live in a time of great freedom and prosperity for Jews. However, we must always keep in mind that it is not the “Strength and might of my own hand which has earned me this wealth,” but rather, “It is G-d’s blessing that brings riches.”

“Six days shall you work…” How does one actually rest on Shabbat?

In the beginning of this week's portion, Moses gathers the Jews together and tells them (Exodus 35:1): "These are the things that G-d commands to do." In this verse, the word "to do" (la'asot) is missing the letter vav. How does our labor during the work ...

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