Beginners Guide
Foundations of Judaism: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners
End the Day the Torah Way: The Power of the Bedtime Shema
Discover the halachic bedtime routine that includes Shema Yisrael, forgiveness, and entrusting your soul to God
Balancing Justice with Kindness for a Kiddush Hashem
Wherever we go, whatever we do, we are Hashem's ambassadors to our fellow Jews and to anyone else who's watching
The Power of Blessings: How Jewish Halacha Transforms Daily Life and Spiritual Growth
Why mastering the laws of blessings brings protection, abundance, and deeper connection to God
How to Love God: Nine Ways to Awaken the Heart and Keep the Fire Alive
Discover timeless spiritual tools, honest struggles, and the journey of transforming divine love from fleeting inspiration into a lifelong connection
Ascending to the Divine: 20 Steps to True Repentance
Based on Rabbeinu Yonah’s Shaarei Teshuvah, this article explores the twenty stages of repentance and the inner work that leads to genuine return and spiritual elevation.
What to Say Before Bed and the Reward for Doing So
The Bedtime Shema is a prayer recited at night before going to sleep.
"Every Time I Start Studying Talmud, I Fall Asleep"
What solution can we offer a yeshiva student who "dreams" every time he faces the Talmud? Here is Rabbi Avigdor Miller's response.
Waking Up to a Life with Hashem: Seizing Each Day with Enthusiasm
You were granted the gift of another day of life. Jump out of bed and get going...
Why Pray in a Fixed Format Instead of My Own Words?
It can be challenging to repeat the same words in daily prayer. What makes prayer from the siddur so special?
After You Eat: The Complete Guide to Jewish After-Blessings
From timing and portion size to the right blessing for every food, and how to end every meal with mindful gratitude
Kosher Questions: What's in a Loaf of Bread?
Flour, water, and a host of other ingredients, some of which have eight legs...
The Beginner's Guide: What Is a Shabbat Clock and Why Do You Need It?
Using a Shabbat clock helps in observing Shabbat correctly.
Why Speaking in Synagogue Is More Serious Than You Think
What does Jewish tradition say about talking during prayer? Here are seven powerful teachings on why silence is essential in the synagogue.
Should We Love or Fear Hashem? A Response You'll Love
Should one view Hashem as a loving and forgiving presence, or one to be revered with awe and fear? Rabbi Aaron Moss delivers an insightful and unconventional answer.
Laws of the Shofar on Rosh Hashanah
Who blows the Shofar? Who is obligated in the mitzvah and who is exempt, and more.
When Heaven Listens: The Hidden Reason Some Prayers Go Unanswered
How respecting the sanctity of the synagogue opens the gates of heaven — and a true story of miraculous healing
What Is Your Strongest Weapon? The Power Within Each Person
What does the evil inclination fear, and what is the most powerful force in each of our lives? Valuable insights into the power of prayer.
Praying with the Words of Moses and David: Crafting a Masterpiece
Beginners learn by imitating great works. It is only after extensive practice that they develop their own independent foundations.
To Achieve Intent in Prayer, You Must First Consider This
The smallness of man and the vastness of Hashem's world.
What Does It Mean to Pray With Intention?
Must we focus on the meaning of each and every word for our prayer to be considered intentional?
Why Pray with a Minyan Instead of Alone at Home?
Is there a spiritual loss when not praying with a minyan?
Add Intention to Your Prayer Through Music
Yedidya asked one of the dancers why they didn't change the tune, and the Hasid answered: "We don't change the tune until the tune changes us."
How Is the Biological Clock Related to Our Ability to Focus During Prayer?
It is important to understand our mental biological clock and incorporate it into serving Hashem.
Focused Prayer: How to Achieve a State of Flow
Eliminating external and internal distractions is key to reaching a state of flow and focus in prayer.
Intention in Prayer is Possible When You Step Outside Yourself
When we enter a state of flow, we can pray at a completely different level.
How to Find Your Path to Meaningful Prayer
Achieving focused intent in prayer is a unique, individual journey that only you can navigate.
Seeking Ways to Guard Your Speech? 3 Tips from the Chafetz Chaim
Many of us wish to avoid forbidden speech, but often fall short.
"I Want to Keep Commandments, But Where to Start?": Rabbi Chaim Kanievsky's Answer
The Difference Between "One Step" and "First Step," and Why Dr. Oren's Clinic Was Empty.
The Beginner's Guide: How to Cut Hair According to Halacha
There are several key prohibitions regarding Jewish haircuts. How to shave and cut hair while still adhering to Halacha.
A Concise and Comprehensive Guide to the Minchah Prayers
Why does the Talmud tell us to be especially careful to recite Minchah? When should Minchah be recited? And much more
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