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Vayeshev

Parshah
Why Did the Brothers Hate Joseph?

There’s more to this episode than meets the eye.
The Joseph Approach

How is Joseph able to stay positive? How can we be like Joseph and stay positive?
19 Kislev
Friday Is 19 Kislev, the "New Year" of Chassidism
This day marks the “birth” of Chassidism, when the long-hidden secrets of Judaism emerged from the womb of mysticism to illuminate and transform the totality of Jewish life.
By the Numbers
13 Facts You Should Know About Jewish Krakow

Once among Europe’s largest and most influential communities, rich with scholarship and synagogues.
10 Questions: Take the Reuben Quiz

What do you know about the eldest of the 12 sons of Jacob?
Your Questions
Why Eat Latkes and Sufganiyot (Doughnuts) on Chanukah?

The earliest mention of this custom seems to have been made by Rabbi Maimon ben Joseph, father of Maimonides.
Letters of Light
Halachah for Life
What You Need to Know About the Laws of “Yichud”

A comprehensive guide to the intricate laws governing the seclusion of unmarried men and women.
The Freeman Files
Voices
What One Menorah Lighting Can Do

Nearly three years ago I decided to drop Judaism entirely. I was fed up with the entire venture.
Terrorists Burned the Synagogue My Opi Built, But I Am Still Here!

Will we stand up against this vile hatred? Or will we look away until the flames reach all of us?
Lifestyle
Honeynut Squash Latkes

Jewish News
On Your behalf, my heart says, "Seek My presence." Your presence, O G-d, I will seek
— Psalms 27:8
Print Magazine

The First Temple, why was it destroyed? Because of idolatry, murder and adultery.

The Second Temple, when they were occupied in studying Torah, doing mitzvahs, and acts of loving-kindness, why was it destroyed?

Because there were those who were intolerant of others without cause. Which teaches us that senseless into...

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