Jewish Law

What kinds of obstacles is the Torah talking about?

Ideas for those wondering, 'What can I do to help bring the hostages home?'

A practical guide to fulfilling this mitzvah and caring for the vulnerable

The compassion we offer to newcomers is a sign that we are Hashem's holy people

First impressions deserve a second chance, because you never know what challenges other people face

A practical guide to helping the most vulnerable members of society

A practical guide to guarding against forbidden speech and focusing on the positive

The Torah teaches us that verbal abuse is worse than inflicting financial damage. Read on to find out why

A common ethical dilemma: Is it acceptable to hold your place in line while stepping away?

What can a person do if someone else's loud praying doesn't allow him to focus?

We may eat vegetables freely as they have no feelings, but when we eat animals, we absorb their spiritual characteristics (and who wants to be like a pig?)

Not so long ago, a person who insulted someone in public would be ostracized until he made amends. How far have we fallen...

The Torah tells us that actions influence emotions. A quick guide to not feeling a hypocrite...

Recalling the severe punishment meted out to Moshe's sister can help us overcome the temptation to speak lashon hara

If your intention was to fulfill a mitzvah, you will be rewarded regardless of whether the other person deserved to benefit

Common examples from daily life where people transgress without even realizing

Find out which types of knots can be made and which are forbidden

A practical guide to preparing tea on Shabbat while adhering to Jewish law

A quick guide to handling tablecloths without transgressing Jewish Law

How to maintain cleanliness while observing the laws of Shabbat

Find out how to keep your kitchen sparkling clean without transgressing Shabbat laws

How to retrieve your ring without transgressing the Shabbat laws

A practical guide to dealing with ants without violating Shabbat laws

A knotty problem and solution

What you need to know in a nutshell

The Torah prohibits causing widows and orphans even the slightest harm, unless it is for their ultimate benefit

Discover the different practices of Sephardim and Ashkenazim

Precious stones scattered in the dust: The Chofetz Chaim's allegory to our challenges in the physical world and the potential inherent within every moment of our lives

No problem -- as long as you know how

Even in the heat of the moment... one may not embarrass others