Shabbat

A closer look at the tradition that excludes women from the post-Shabbat ceremony

The deceased husband appeared to his wife and said: "The world you live in is like a place of exile, where people are sent to complete certain matters or suffer for previous transgressions. The true world is here."

This coming Saturday night, we gain an entire hour: Daylight Saving Time will be replaced by Standard Time. Note: Shabbat ends earlier, sunrise services are earlier.

One of the leading Mediterranean singers in the country, Dudu Aharon isn't typically known for his spirituality. However, he is adamant about observing Shabbat and has clear intentions for the future. "I want my child to grow up seeing his father wearing a kippah, and I'll set the example."

When is it required to read the weekly Torah portion twice in Hebrew and once in translation? And is it permissible to fulfill this obligation during the public Torah reading in synagogue?

They speak of a recession, protest the cost of living, bemoan the economic situation, warn about children living below the poverty line, and solicit donations for the needy. I never thought such things pertained to me until the moment of truth arrived. That is when I discovered there were data and strengths within me that I never knew existed.

In a radio interview, comedian Eli Yatzpan shared his feelings about the murder of Rabbi Elazar Abuhatzeira ("My throat is choked") and the changes in his life as a result: "I admit the Rabbi encouraged me to keep the holy Shabbat; apparently, there was a decree."

Shlomi Gabai, CEO of IKEA in Israel, knows exactly what caused the massive fire that consumed the Netanya branch to end without casualties: Shabbat observance and divine providence.

Is it appropriate to maintain a diet on Shabbat? What does Rambam think about the lust for eating? If Hashem determines how long we live, why do those who follow a healthy diet tend to live longer?