Some people believe the Earth is flat. They’re wrong, of course, but don’t try to tell them that. They have their reasons.

The desire to live a Jewish life and make a Jewish home takes more than teachers giving lessons. It takes the model of parents walking the walk.

So is breaking down a wall a good thing or a bad thing? Depending on how we respond, it can be harmful or healing

What does it mean to feel “at home”?

In Parsha Shemot, we read about Moses’ encounter with God at the burning bush. According to the text, Moses was wandering through the wilderness with his sheep, minding his own business, when he noticed a nearby bush that was burning yet was not consumed.

At a time when many observant Jews feel they must circle the wagons and keep outsiders out, let’s remember the power of an open door. 

Since I began focusing more consistently on welling up with acceptance rather than raining down blame, I have changed.

Different Jewish denominations have varying views on what it means to follow Jewish law.