“There is one nation in your land that is different. They speak a different language, and they behave differently. Get rid of them!” These were the words of Haman, the infamous anti-Semite. He got it right. We are ONE nation. And yes, we are different, but we are one. It is crucial to remember our […]

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We are all designed with an innate ability and intelligence to achieve the highest feelings of awe and wonder towards the Creator by looking at the world around us, as did Abraham our patriarch when he looked up to the heavens and saw the handiwork of an infinite universe. This is what Moses meant when […]

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Our biggest enemies are ourselves. There was a Jewish king called Achav. He was an idol worshipper and caused many Jews to stray from G-d. Yet the Talmud relates that because of the unity that existed amongst Jews during his reign, his army was victorious. It’s no secret that the Jewish people are very opinionated. […]

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After 40 years of devoted leadership, Moses gave his final teachings to the people whom he had served and devoted his life. The book opens with rebuke and ends with blessings laden with his sincere love for the people and his desire for their happiness. Just as the blessings were said in love, so too […]

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Napoleon was shocked. “Why are you refusing to eat today?” Napoleon asked his Jewish constituents. “We are commemorating the destruction of our temple. We mark the day through fasting and prayer.” “How long ago was your temple destroyed?” Napoleon asked incredulously. Some 2000 years ago. Napoleon’s eyes widened, and he exclaimed: “A nation that can […]

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