Holocaust Remembrance Day
Question: What is “Holocaust Remembrance Day” and when is it this year? AskTheRabbi.org answered: The official…
“Count Up”: From Pesach to Shavuot
Question: Why is the idea behind the mitzvah to count the days during the seven weeks…
Four Children — Four Generations
Question: Rabbi, what is the significance of speaking about the four types of sons (children) at…
Shabbat before Pesach – Shabbat HaGadol
Question: I heard that the Shabbat before Passover is called “The Great Shabbat”. Why is it…
Abra Cadabra – Judaism and Magic
Question: Dear Rabbi, I recently hired a magician for my son’s birthday party only to be…
Purim Costumes
Question: What is the significance of wearing costumes on Purim? AskTheRabbi.org answered: A simple Jew was once…
Adar Month of Happiness and Laughter
Question: What is special about the month of Adar that requires us to increase happiness? I…
The Whole Picture — A story may have many sides
Question: Hi Rabbi. I heard that Judaism teaches to judge others favorably, which to me sounds…
Moving to Israel – Factors to Consider
Question: Dear Rabbi, I plan to graduate from university this year and am considering my options…