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By the Numbers
10 Questions: Take the Abraham Quiz

Explore our forefather Abraham, in this quick quiz.
Your Questions
What's Up With Fear of G‑d?

Everything is love. Even fear is love.
Why No Blessing for Music?

Blessings generally encompass natural wonders, sustaining pleasures, and significant life milestones.
Can My Neighbor Make Me Move My BBQ or Bonfire?

One is liable for both fire and smoke damages; however, sporadic events like BBQ smoke are permissible if unopposed.
Parshah
The Challenge of a Loved One’s Death

Like the Israelites of old, we are challenged by life, death and the journeys in between. The Torah’s guidance illuminates our ways.
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Voices
The Story of Sam, Who Gives Out Blue Bracelets and Bike Helmets

"As soon as I got to New York, I had 350 helmets made, and on my next trip to Israel, we gave out the helmets, T-shirts, pamphlets and stickers."
‘I Can’t Hug You’

I’ve learned from my spiritual guide, the Rebbe, that educating others about the Jewish way of life—even if they’re not of the Jewish faith—is important
Lifestyle
Mango-Avocado Salad with Basil Vinaigrette

This salad has quickly become a favorite. It’s pareve and makes a perfect addition to our Shabbat table.
The following two steps are most critical to healing of all ailments, both physical and spiritual: a) to know that one is ill, and desire most fervently to be cured of one's malady; b) to know that one can be cured, with hope and absolute trust that, with G-d's help, one will indeed be cured of his sickness.
— Rabbi Yosef Yitzchak of Lubavitch
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For a mitzvah is a candle and Torah is light. (Proverbs 6:23)

Every mitzvah shines its particular light into our world. And there will come a time when you will see that light with your eyes.

Except the candles that are lit for Shabbat before sunset. They shine a light you can see right now.

It may seem an ordinary li...

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